Date and Walnut Loaf Fat Free
Indulge guilt-free with this wholesome Date and Walnut Loaf, a fat-free delight packed with natural sweetness and hearty texture. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, juicy dried dates, and crunchy walnuts, this loaf is naturally sweetened with applesauce and brown sugar for a moist, flavorful bake. Infused with hints of warm cinnamon and vanilla, it’s the perfect combination of comforting and health-conscious. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make loaf is ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or pairing with your favorite cup of tea. With no added fats and a refined sugar alternative, this recipe promises a healthier twist without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Dried dates
- 100 grams Walnuts
- 75 grams Brown sugar
- 250 grams Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 120 ml Unsweetened apple sauce
- 250 ml Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 170°C (325°F) and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Chop the dried dates into small pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Pour 250 ml of hot water over the chopped dates and stir in the brown sugar. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to soften the dates.
While the dates are soaking, roughly chop the walnuts and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, unsweetened apple sauce, and vanilla extract.
Once the date mixture has cooled slightly, add it to the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix thoroughly.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.6 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 47.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2352 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 442.0 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.9 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 222.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.8 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 482 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 3141 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
