Description
This Date Coffee Loaf Cake with Walnuts and Rich Espresso Glaze blends warm spices, sweet dates, and bold coffee into a moist and flavorful loaf. Topped with a silky espresso glaze, it’s the perfect afternoon pick-me-up or dessert for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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1 1/2 cups pitted dates, chopped
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1 cup hot brewed coffee
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1 cup walnuts, chopped
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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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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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup milk
For the Espresso Glaze:
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1 tbsp instant espresso powder
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2 tbsp hot water
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
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Prepare the dates:
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Soak chopped dates in hot coffee for 10 minutes. Stir to form a paste-like texture.
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Make the cake batter:
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Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla.
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Combine ingredients:
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with milk. Stir in the date mixture and chopped walnuts.
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Bake the cake:
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Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Prepare the glaze:
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Dissolve espresso powder in hot water. Whisk with powdered sugar and melted butter until smooth.
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Finish and serve:
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Drizzle the cooled cake with espresso glaze. Slice and enjoy!
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Notes
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Substitute pecans for walnuts if preferred.
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Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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For a stronger coffee flavor, increase espresso powder in the glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
