Description
Date Syrup Cake with Caramel Glaze is a delightful treat that combines the deep sweetness of date syrup with a rich caramel topping. This moist cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy gatherings. With its unique flavor profile and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup date syrup
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup heavy cream (for glaze)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for glaze)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and sea salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, and date syrup gradually, mixing until smooth.
- Alternate adding dry mixture and buttermilk (if using) into wet ingredients; mix just until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze: Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan until melted and golden; stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Once cooled, drizzle warm caramel glaze over the cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Substitute date syrup with honey or maple syrup for different flavors. Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.