Chocolate Date Pudding Cake

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Chocolate Date Pudding Cake, a dessert that masterfully blends natural sweetness and luxurious chocolate flavor. This moist and flavorful cake starts with softened pitted dates simmered to perfection, adding a caramel-like richness to the batter. A touch of cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips create layers of chocolatey goodness, while the airy crumb is kept tender with the right balance of butter and sugar. Easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour, this dessert is perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your sweet tooth. Serve it warm or at room temperature, paired with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for a truly irresistible treat. Perfect for showcasing wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a delightful fusion of classic comfort and modern indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups pitted dates
• 1.25 cups water
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the dates and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the dates are soft and most of the water is absorbed.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the baking soda, and let the mixture cool until it reaches room temperature.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 5

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 8

Fold in the cooled date mixture and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly incorporated.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Step 11

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve the cake warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1359.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3570.6

Total Fat 102.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 1902.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 691.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.9g	0%
Total Sugars 465.5g
Protein 57.9g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 503.8mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 3916.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.6%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 70.5%