Date Coffee Loaf with Walnuts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake
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1 1/2 cups dates, pitted and chopped
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1 cup hot brewed coffee
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup chopped walnuts
→ Espresso Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tbsp brewed espresso (strong coffee)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a bowl, combine the chopped dates and hot coffee. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to soften the dates.
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In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Stir in the softened dates (with any remaining coffee) and chopped walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, brewed espresso, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Drizzle the espresso glaze over the cooled cake. Let it set before slicing and serving.