Date and walnut bread
Date and walnut bread is a delicious and moist bread that combines the natural sweetness of dates with the rich nutty flavor of walnuts. It's a popular baked treat that's perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The bread is typically made by mixing dates, chopped walnuts, flour, sugar, eggs, and other ingredients, then baking it until it becomes golden brown and fragrant. It's a delightful combination of flavors and textures, and can be enjoyed on its own or with a spread of butter or cream cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dates chopped
- 1 cup walnuts chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large leggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped dates and walnuts until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 627kcal (31%)Carbohydrates: 87g (29%)Protein: 9g (18%)Fat: 29g (45%)Saturated Fat: 11g (69%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 43mg (14%)Sodium: 271mg (12%)Potassium: 328mg (9%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 50g (56%)Vitamin A: 512IU (10%)Vitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 104mg (10%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
