Date Nut Loaf Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped dates
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

• 3

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Fold in dates and walnuts.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per slice
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Dense and moist
• Sweet and nutty
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "This date nut loaf cake is delicious! It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness." - John Doe
• "I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it." - Jane Smith
• "This is my favorite date nut loaf cake recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly." - Mary Wilson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to chop the dates and walnuts finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the cake.
• If you don't have dates, you can substitute raisins or dried cranberries.
• To make a gluten-free version of this cake, use a gluten-free flour blend.