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Old-Fashioned, Ultra-Moist Date Nut Bread Recipe

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Fixing the broken promises of dry quick breads, this is the foolproof recipe for an ultra-moist, classic date nut loaf. We make sure this comfort food baking staple delivers rich flavor every time.

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 granulated 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 (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour one 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, pour the boiling water over the chopped dates and baking soda. Stir well and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. This step helps create a moist crumb.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in the soaked date mixture and the chopped walnuts until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the top with extra chopped walnuts if desired.
  9. Bake for 50 to 60 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.

Notes

  • For an extra rich flavor, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a wholesome snack bread.
  • Serve this homemade date nut bread warm with softened butter for the best experience.
  • This loaf freezes well. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then foil for up to three months.

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