chocolate date cake

10 Pinches
Lake Mills, WI
Updated on Mar 24, 2025

I got this recipe today from a card playing group. Even though she left the topping off it was so delicious with a scoop of ice cream. Moist and very chocolaty, this is great for any occasion.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 9 piece(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dates, halved
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup shortening or butter
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • TOPPING
  • 1 package chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup nuts

How To Make chocolate date cake

  • Step 1
    Mix the dates with the boiling water and add the baking soda. Let cool.
  • Step 2
    Mix sugar, shortening, and cocoa powder.
  • Step 3
    Add eggs, vanilla, and flour.
  • Step 4
    Mix with date mixture.
  • Step 5
    Scoop into an 8x8 or 9x9 pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Step 6
    Add topping ingredients over the cake in pan.
  • Step 7
    Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Discover More

Category: Cakes
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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