Choc. Chips - Date Cake - Doris Zimmermann
📜 Collection: Burcea Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Doris Zimmermann | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful old-fashioned date cake loaded with chocolate chips and topped with chopped nuts. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a rich and comforting treat for any gathering.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 35 mins | None | 16 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- 9x13 pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
Ingredients
Date Mixture
Cake Batter
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 cup | Butter | Softened |
| 1 cup | Sugar | None |
| 2 | Eggs | None |
| 2 cups | Flour | Sifted |
| 1 tsp | Baking Soda | None |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt | None |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla Extract | None |
| 1/2 cup | Chocolate Chips | Plus more for topping |
Topping
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Chocolate Chips | Reserved |
| 1/2 cup | Nuts | Chopped |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Cream
- Mix 1 1/4 cups chopped dates and 1 cup hot water together and set aside to cool.
- In a separate bowl, cream 3/4 cup butter and 1 cup sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 eggs to the creamed mixture.
Step 2: Combine and Bake
- Sift together 2 cups sifted flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with the cooled date mixture.
- Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/2 cup chocolate chips (save some for topping).
- Spread the batter evenly in a 9x13 pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 1/2 cup chopped nuts over the top.
- Bake at 350°F for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store the baked cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
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