A delicious and moist date nut bread recipe that has been passed down through generations. The secret ingredient, a dash of cinnamon, adds a special touch to this traditional American dessert. Perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar (for dusting)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped dates, boiling water, and baking soda. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in the soaked dates and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the top of the bread with confectioners' sugar before serving.
