Spanish Date and Walnut Cake Torta

The De Juan Spanish date and walnut cake (torta) is a classic specialty from southeastern Spain — dense, sticky, naturally sweet, and made entirely from whole dates and walnuts with no flour, preservatives, or colorants. Each cake is crafted by pressing layers of soft, caramel-like dates together with crunchy walnut pieces, creating a beautifully balanced slice that’s both sweet and savory. Its richness and texture make it an exceptional pairing for cheeses, especially aged Manchego, blue cheeses, goat cheese, or creamy triple crèmes.

Enjoy it sliced thin on a cheese board, chopped into salads, served with yogurt, or used as a natural sweetener in baking. Its simplicity and purity allow the full flavor of the fruit and nuts to shine.

This torta is produced by José Pelluz Bernal’s company, founded in 1980 in Murcia near the Mediterranean coast. What began as a small family industry making traditional fig cakes for local markets eventually grew into the beloved De Juan brand—known for honoring regional recipes and artisanal techniques. Today, the company exports to more than 25 countries and continues crafting classic Spanish delights with the same dedication, craftsmanship, and respect for tradition that defined its early days.