Mellow Date Nut Bread
Discover the irresistible charm of Mellow Date Nut Bread, a moist and flavorful loaf brimming with the natural sweetness of tender dates and the hearty crunch of chopped walnuts. Perfectly balanced with hints of brown sugar and vanilla, this easy-to-make bread features a unique technique of soaking dates in boiling water to unlock their melt-in-your-mouth texture. The result is a comforting, aromatic treat that's ideal for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a golden finish in the oven, this recipe yields a bakery-worthy loaf that can be enjoyed plain, or slathered with butter for extra richness. Whether you're looking for a wholesome homemade delight or a gift-worthy baked good, this date nut bread is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chopped dates (pitted)
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Light brown sugar, packed
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped dates and boiling water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to soften the dates.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two additions, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the soaked dates and their liquid into the batter, folding gently until evenly distributed.
Stir in the chopped walnuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve plain or spread with butter for added indulgence. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.9 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2535 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 465.1 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 307.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1697 mg | 36% | |
*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.
