Print

Easy, Moist Classic Date Nut Bread

Two thick slices of moist date nut bread, packed with raisins and nuts, served on a white plate.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Make this rich and moist date nut bread using simple steps. This classic quick bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or gifting.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup packed pitted dates, chopped
  • 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 or pecans

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 bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Stir in the baking soda and set aside for 10 minutes to soften.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix 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 until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in the softened date mixture (including any liquid) and the chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  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.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toast your nuts lightly before adding them to the batter.
  • This bread slices well once fully cooled, making it excellent for serving on a charcuterie board or for gifting.
  • If you are looking for alternatives to traditional baking methods, consider how sous-vide precision cooker techniques might apply to other recipes, though this quick bread is best baked traditionally.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://blissbatter.com/date-nut-bread-easy-moist-classic-recipe/