Description
Date Syrup Cake with Caramel Glaze is a decadent treat that perfectly balances sweetness and richness. This moist cake, infused with pitted Medjool dates, is topped with a glossy caramel glaze that makes it an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed as a cozy afternoon snack, this cake is sure to become a beloved favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (whole preferred)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream (for glaze)
- ¼ cup corn syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Blend the pitted dates with milk until smooth.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, heat heavy cream, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan until bubbling; stir until smooth.
- Drizzle warm caramel glaze over the cooled cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. To make this cake gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or coconut flour.