Orange & Cardamom Date Cake with Honey Drizzle
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Orange & Cardamom Date Cake with Honey Drizzle, a moist and aromatic dessert that brings together the sweetness of dates, the vibrant zing of fresh oranges, and the warm essence of cardamom. This cake is not only perfect for special occasions but also makes a wonderful everyday treat. The addition of a honey drizzle elevates its charm, making it a showstopper for any gathering. Whether served alongside tea or presented on dessert tables, this cake promises to impress and satisfy all palates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Zest and juice of 2 oranges
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch cake tin.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and juice; mix well.
- Fold in chopped dates mixed with boiling water and baking soda.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared tin and bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the honey drizzle, warm honey with orange juice until combined; drizzle over warm cake after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg