Old Hermit Cake

Recipe View Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the center. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch angel food tube pan. This prevents the cake from sticking and ensures easy removal. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for creating a tender crumb. (8 minutes)

Recipe View Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough cake. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Fold in the chopped dates and walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Pour the batter into the prepared angel food pan, spreading it evenly. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be a deep golden brown. (150-180 minutes)

Recipe View Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. (30 minutes)