Gluten-Free Classic Date Cake

Delight your taste buds with this Gluten-Free Classic Date Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert packed with wholesome ingredients and warm, spiced undertones. Perfect for those avoiding gluten, this timeless cake features naturally sweet, tender dates soaked in boiling water to achieve a luscious texture. Enhanced with a touch of cinnamon and optional crunchy walnuts, it delivers a comforting balance of sweetness and nuttiness in every bite. The recipe is simple to prepare, requiring minimal effort with maximum reward—ready in just over an hour. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or alongside a dollop of whipped cream for a show-stopping treat everyone can enjoy. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a cozy dessert, this gluten-free date cake will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 g Dates, pitted and chopped
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 200 g Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 115 g Unsalted butter, softened
• 150 g Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 100 g Walnuts, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped dates and baking soda, then pour the boiling water over them. Let sit for about 10 minutes to soften.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, sift together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 8

Fold in the soaked dates with their liquid and the walnuts, if using, until evenly distributed.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve the cake as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1121 grams (1121.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3516

Total Fat 172.30g	221%
Saturated Fat 69.20g	346%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 623mg	208%
Sodium 3095mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 491.90g	179%
Dietary Fiber 26.20g	94%
Total Sugars 283.50g
Protein 38.70g	77%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 446mg	34%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2191mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.2%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 53.6%