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Date Coffee Loaf Cake with Walnuts and Rich Espresso Glaze: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe

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Date Coffee Loaf Cake with Walnuts and Rich Espresso Glaze is a moist, flavorful dessert that blends the natural sweetness of dates, the richness of coffee, and the crunch of walnuts. Perfect for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups pitted dates, chopped

1 cup hot water

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 cup all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ cup walnuts, chopped

2 tablespoons instant coffee granules

2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Prepare the Date Mixture: In a bowl, combine the chopped dates and hot water. Stir in the baking soda, then let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to soften.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar-egg mixture, mixing until just combined. Then fold in the chopped walnuts and the softened date mixture (along with the water).
  7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Espresso Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, brewed espresso, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the espresso glaze over the top. Let it set for a few moments before slicing.
  10. Serve: Slice and enjoy the cake on its own or alongside your favorite beverage.

Notes

For an extra treat, fold in some chocolate chips or chunks into the batter.

If making a vegan version, use dairy-free butter and substitute eggs with flax eggs.

Add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves to enhance the warm flavors.

Try swapping walnuts for pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts for a different texture and flavor.

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