Queen Elizabeth'S Cake

Prep: 10 min Cook: 3 min

Queen Elizabeth's Cake is a rich, moist dessert featuring dates and nuts, with a sweet, caramel-like flavor from brown sugar and cream. Its simple preparation makes it ideal for teatime or special occasions, offering a nostalgic taste of classic homemade baking with a regal touch.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 1/2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup nuts
  • 5 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 5 tablespoons cream

Instructions

  1. Bring boiling water, chopped dates, and baking soda to a boil and cook for 3 minutes.
  2. Spread the cooked mixture on the cake.
  3. Sprinkle with coconut and nuts before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

869 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.8g 18% DV
Total Fat 37.8g 49% DV
Carbs 116.8g 42% DV
Fiber 4.3g 15% DV
Sugar 44.4g 89% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 19295.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 693.3mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 148.3mg 49% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 40.8mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 9.5mg 11% DV
Calcium 1614.8mg 100% DV
Iron 5.6mg 31% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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