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Date and Orange Loaf Cake with Orange Glaze

Date and Orange Loaf Cake with Orange Glaze
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Date and Orange Loaf Cake with Orange Glaze, a moist and flavorful dessert that brings together the deep sweetness of dates and the zesty brightness of fresh oranges. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether served at an afternoon tea or as a sweet treat after dinner. Its easy-to-follow recipe requires simple ingredients, allowing you to create a stunning loaf that will impress family and friends alike. Topped with a refreshing orange glaze, this cake not only tastes divine but also looks beautiful on any dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups pitted dates, chopped
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice (for glaze)
  • ½ teaspoon orange zest (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, soak chopped dates in boiling water mixed with baking soda for about 10 minutes.
  3. Cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract and orange zest.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the butter mixture, alternating with fresh orange juice until just mixed. Fold in soaked dates.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-55 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with fresh orange juice and zest until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.

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