Delicious and Flavorful Ron's Fruit Bread Recipe

This recipe for Ron's Fruit Bread is a delightful combination of sweet and nutty flavors packed with raisins, dates, and nuts. It's a perfect treat for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of coffee. The bread has a moist and tender crumb that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup chopped dates
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk.
5. Fold in the raisins, dates, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed in the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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