Delia Smith Date And Walnut Cake

Delia Smith’s Date and Walnut Cake is a moist and rich loaf made with soft dates and chopped walnuts. It has a great mix of tastes and textures. The loaf gets its name from the main ingredients it has. It is a popular choice for people who like sweet treats with a bit of nut.

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💗 Why You Should Give This Recipe A Try

• Rich And Moist. When soft dates and butter are mixed together, they make a moist and rich taste that will make you want more.
• Nutty Delight. When chopped walnuts are added to a cake, each bite gets a wonderful crunch and nutty flavor. This makes the cake taste better overall.
• Easy To Make. This recipe is great for both experienced bakers and newbies who want to surprise with little work. It has simple ingredients and clear instructions.
• Versatile And Satisfying. This date and walnut cake is a sweet treat that can be eaten for dinner or as a teatime snack. It goes well with a cup of coffee or tea and will satisfy your sweet tooth.

📜 Delia Smith Date And Walnut Cake Ingredients

• 100g/3½oz unsalted butter, diced and softened, plus extra for greasing
• 250g/9oz soft dates pitted and roughly chopped
• 150ml/5fl oz boiling water
• 1 tsp instant coffee granules
• 75g/2½oz caster sugar
• 55g/2oz dark muscovado sugar
• 2 medium free-range eggs, lightly beaten
• 225g/8oz self-raising flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• pinch of salt
• 100g/3½oz walnuts, roughly chopped
• 1 tbsp demerara sugar

👩‍🍳 Instructions For Delia Smith Date And Walnut Cake

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius/160 degrees Fahrenheit (Fan)/Gas 4. Line the base and extremities of a 900g/2lb loaf pan with a strip of buttered baking paper.
2. In a large mixing basin, combine the butter, dates, boiling water, and instant coffee granules. Mix thoroughly and allow the butter to dissolve and the dates to soften for 30 minutes.
3. Stir the caster sugar and dark muscovado sugar into the date mixture to combine and dissolve any brown sugar lumps. Add the beaten eggs and combine once more.
4. In a bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and a sprinkle of salt, then whisk until smooth. Mix in all but one tablespoon of the minced walnuts. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan, then sprinkle the remaining hazelnuts and demera sugar on top.
5. Bake on the middle shelf of the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 170C/150 Fan/Gas 3 and bake for an additional 25–30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clear. If the cake is browning too rapidly, cover the top loosely with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
6. Remove the cake from the oven, allow it to rest in the pan for 3–4 minutes, and then place it on a cooling rack until thoroughly cooled.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Use fully ripe crab apples for the best flavor and natural sweetness in your jelly.
• Avoid overcooking the crab apples, as it can result in cloudy jelly. Cook them until they are soft and pulpy.
• Strain the cooked crab apples through a jelly bag or muslin cloth to extract the clear juice for a smooth jelly.
• Do not squeeze or press the fruit while straining, as it can make the jelly cloudy.
• Use the correct ratio of sugar to juice for balanced sweetness. Follow the recipe precisely to achieve the desired consistency.
• Test the jelly’s set by using the wrinkle test or a candy thermometer to ensure it reaches the proper gel point.

🍧 What To Serve With Date And Walnut Cake?

Smith, Delia Date, and Walnut Cake go well with many different foods serve it as a treat with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

🎚 How To Store Date And Walnut Cake?

• In The Fridge. Let the Traditional Delia Smith Date and Walnut Cake cool fully, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or put it in an airtight container it can be kept at room temperature for 3–4 days.
• In The Freezer. Let the Traditional Delia Smith Date and Walnut Cake cool fully, then tightly wrap it in plastic wrap and put it in a container or bag that can go in the freezer. You can freeze it for up to three months.

🥵 How To Reheat Date And Walnut Cake?

• In The Oven. Set your oven’s setting to a low level, around 300°F or 150°C put the cake on a baking sheet and lightly cover it with aluminum foil so it doesn’t dry out it should be heated in the oven for about 10–15 minutes, or until it is completely warm.
• In The Microwave. Cut a piece of cake and put it on a plate that can go in the microwave. Heat it in short bursts in the microwave on medium power, checking and stirring in between, until it gets the right temperature.
• Steaming. Wrap the cake in aluminum foil and put it in a steamer basket or another dish that can take the heat. It should be steamed over a pot of simmering water for about 10–15 minutes, or until it is fully cooked.

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Delia Smith Date And Walnut Cake Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 347
• Total Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 25g
• Protein: 5g

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