DATE-NUT APPLE CAKE

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WE have enjoyed this recipe for many years. It was given to me by a college friend. It looks like a standard fruit cake, but the rich, moist texture of apples, dates, raisins and nuts makes it a very satisfying dessert. A slice of this cake, topped with whipped cream, whipped topping or a big scoop of ice cream will have your guests coming back for more.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
1 cup raisins
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 cups boiling water
1 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1 cup chopped walnuts
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine dates and raisins. Add 1 tablespoon flour and toss to coat; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the baking soda, salt and remaining flour; add to creamed mixture alternately with boiling water. Stir in the apple, walnuts and reserved date mixture., Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 79g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.