Food For The Gods
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Six | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful historic dessert loaded with dates, nuts, and crackers, creating a uniquely textured sweet treat. Perfect for special gatherings and reminiscent of classic home baking.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 45 mins | None | 8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | Dates | Fined/minced |
| 1 cup | Nuts | Fined |
| 12 tbsp | White Crackers | Crumbed (approx 20 to 24 crackers) |
| 6 | Eggs | Separated |
| 1 cup | Sugar | Unspecified type |
| 1 tsp | Baking Powder | Level |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla | Extract |
Instructions
Step 1: Preparation and Mixing
- Mix the 1 cup dates and 1 cup nuts with 1 cup sugar and 6 egg yolks.
- Add the 12 tbsp white crackers crumbs and 1 tsp baking powder along with the 1 tsp vanilla.
Step 2: Baking
- Fold in the beaten 6 egg whites last until just incorporated.
- Bake at 350°F for 45 mins until set and golden brown.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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