Norwegian Date Coffee Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
Delicious Norwegian Date Coffee Cake for your morning coffee
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped dates
3 tablespoons cream sherry
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter , softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter , softened
1 egg
1 carton sour cream
1 tablespoon cream sherry
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons sherry wine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
490
Sugar
43g
Fat
23g
The Norwegian Date Coffee Cake is a traditional recipe from Norway that is popular for breakfast or brunch. This cake has a unique sweet flavor from the dates and nutty flavor from the pecans. It is moist and dense with a crumbly texture. This cake pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea. The sour cream in this cake makes it almost like a cheesecake consistency. The Norwegian Date Coffee Cake is a perfect cake to make during the holidays or to serve guests. With its rich flavor and unique texture, it will definitely impress your guests.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray.
2.Combine chopped dates and 3 tablespoons cream sherry in a small bowl; set aside.
3.Combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in another small bowl; set aside.
4.In a large bowl, beat 1 tablespoon softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
5.Beat in 1/4 cup softened butter and egg until well combined.
6.Stir in sour cream and 1 tablespoon cream sherry.
7.In a separate large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
8.Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
9.Pour half of batter into prepared cake pan.
10.Sprinkle with date mixture, then top with remaining batter.
11.Mix together 2 tablespoons butter, water, 1/4 cup sugar, and 2 tablespoons sherry in a small saucepan.
12.Bring to a boil over medium heat, then pour over cake batter.
13.Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

PROS

The Norwegian Date Coffee Cake has a unique sweet and nutty flavor.

It’s a perfect cake to pair with your morning coffee or tea.

It also has many health benefits such as fiber from the dates, protein from the nuts, and probiotics from the sour cream.

CONS

The Norwegian Date Coffee Cake is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It also contains nuts which makes it allergenic for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Norwegian Date Coffee Cake has many health benefits.
Dates are a good source of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins.
Pecans are a good source of protein, fats, and fiber.
Sour cream contains live probiotics which are beneficial for gut health.

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