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Absolutely Delicious, Moist Old-Fashioned Date Nut Bread

Two thick slices of moist date nut bread, rich brown in color and packed with dark raisins, resting on a white plate.
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I am so glad you are here. This easy date bread recipe creates an irresistibly moist and flavorful loaf, perfect for breakfast, a cozy snack, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. It is a classic quick bread that brings comfort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup packed pitted dates, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Place the chopped dates in a medium bowl. Pour the boiling water over the dates and stir in the baking soda. Let this mixture sit for 10 minutes to soften the dates.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step builds texture.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the date and water mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until no streaks of flour remain. If using, gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy this sweet date quick bread.

Notes

  • For a bakery style date bread, wrap the cooled loaf tightly in plastic wrap and foil and let it sit overnight. The moisture deepens the flavor.
  • This bread is excellent served thinly sliced on a charcuterie board alongside cheeses and cured meats.
  • If you want a banana date bread variation, substitute 1/2 cup of the dates with 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana.

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Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/date-nut-bread-moist-old-fashioned-recipe/

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