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Easy, Moist, Old-Fashioned Date Nut Bread

Close-up of moist date nut bread loaf with two slices cut, showing raisins and walnuts throughout.
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Bake a truly comforting quick bread that stays moist. This old-fashioned date nut bread recipe is simple to make and perfect for breakfast, snacking, or holiday gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup 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, plus extra for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Place the chopped dates in a small bowl. Pour 1 cup of 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 light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts and the date mixture (including all the liquid).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle a few extra chopped walnuts over the top, if desired.
  8. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve warm with butter for the best flavor.

Notes

  • For an extra moist loaf, soak the dates in hot water for 15 minutes instead of 10.
  • You can substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a slightly healthier option.
  • This bread freezes well once completely cooled. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then foil.
  • If you prefer a sweeter loaf, add 1/2 cup of mashed ripe banana to the batter.

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