Self Iced Date Cake

Indulge in the irresistible charm of a *Self Iced Date Cake*, the ultimate dessert that bakes itself into a luscious layered treat. This delightful creation combines tender, naturally sweet pitted dates with a buttery batter infused with warm notes of brown sugar and vanilla. The magic happens as a rich topping of dark brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter is poured over the batter before baking, transforming into a glossy, caramelized finish—no additional frosting required! Perfectly moist and decadently self-saucing, this cake is a fuss-free option for impressing guests or savoring comfort food done right. Ready in just over an hour, serve it warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a cozy and unforgettable dessert experience. Keywords: self-iced cake, date cake recipe, caramel topping, easy dessert, self-saucing cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Pitted dates
• 250 ml Boiling water
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 125 grams Butter
• 175 grams Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 Eggs
• 200 grams Self-raising flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 100 grams Dark brown sugar
• 200 ml Heavy cream
• 30 grams Unsalted butter (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease a 9-inch round cake tin and line the base with parchment paper.

Step 2

Chop the pitted dates into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over the dates and stir in the baking soda. Let this mixture sit for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or whisk. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to combine.

Step 6

Once the date mixture has cooled slightly, mash it with a fork to break up any large pieces. Stir this into the cake batter until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the surface. Set aside while preparing the topping.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the dark brown sugar, heavy cream, and unsalted butter until smooth. Carefully pour this mixture evenly over the top of the cake batter. Do not stir; it will sink and create the self-icing layer during baking.

Step 9

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before removing it. Serve warm with a dollop of cream or ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1393.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4302.5

Total Fat 206.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 931.2mg	0%
Sodium 4254.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 575.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 402.0g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 116.8IU	0%
Calcium 475.4mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2153.8mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 53.5%