Finnish Date Cake (Taatelikakku)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Scrumptious Finnish Date Cake (Taatelikakku) for your sweet tooth
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Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

130 g packaged dates
200 ml water
150 g butter
125 g sugar
1 egg
200 g all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
50 ml light cream or 50 ml whole milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
400
Sugar
23g
Fat
18g
Finnish Date Cake (Taatelikakku) is a traditional cake originating from Finland that has been enjoyed for generations. This sweet and moist cake is made from dates, butter, sugar, and flour, making it a treat for your taste buds. The cake is usually served as a dessert or snack, and is a perfect companion with coffee or tea. With its rich and bold flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering or party. The Finnish Date Cake (Taatelikakku) can also be baked in individual molds, making it an elegant dessert option for special occasions and dinner parties.

Instructions

1.Boil the dates with water for 10-15 minutes until they are soft. Let it cool and mash into a paste.
2.Beat the butter and sugar until light and creamy. Add the egg and beat well.
3.In a separate bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and vanilla sugar. Add it to the butter-sugar-egg mixture.
4.Stir in the mashed dates and milk/cream into the batter.
5.Pour the batter into a greased cake tin and bake at 175°C for 35-45 mins until the cake turns golden brown.
6.Let it cool on a rack and serve.

PROS

This Finnish Date Cake (Taatelikakku) is a delicious dessert with rich, moist, and sweet flavors from the dates.
Easy to make, it is a perfect dessert for a party or gathering.

CONS

This Finnish Date Cake is high in calories due to its butter and sugar content.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dates are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals, and antioxidants. They are great for improving digestion, preventing constipation, reducing inflammation, and improving brain function. The cake contains butter and sugar which aren’t particularly healthy, but the dates do help counterbalance the unhealthy ingredients.

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