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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This cinnamon date cake from the Middle East is full of flavor! It's the perfect ending to any meal or excellent alongside a cup of coffee for a afternoon treat. Take this cake to your next get together or special occasion, but be prepared to be asked for the recipe all night! Ingredients:
2 cups pitted dates |
3 cups self rising flour |
4 eggs, beaten |
1 cup light golden brown sugar |
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon |
1 teaspoon baking powder |
3/4 cup butter |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a small saucepan, place dates and add water just to cover. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Drain dates and place in food processor. Blend until dates have a paste-like consistency.
3. In a large bowl add all dry ingredients and mix gently with a fork. Add butter, eggs, and warm dates. Beat with hand mixer until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.
4. Pour ingredients into a greased and lightly floured metal pan. Bake for 40 minutes or until inserted knife or skewer comes out clean.
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