INGREDIENTS
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2 cups pitted dates
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3/4 cup dark spiced rum
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch salt
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2 cups brown sugar
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1 stick butter, at room temperature, plus extra for baking dish
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3 eggs, separated
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3 sticks butter
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1 1/2 cups brown sugar
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1/2 cup brandy
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Heavy cream, whipped, for topping, optional