Freda Mary Lord's Date And Walnut Loaf Recipe

Name: Freda Mary Lord's Date And Walnut Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped dates; 3/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 5 tablespoons sweet butter, in pieces; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts; 1 large egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2
Butter and flour a 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan.
3
Over medium heat slowly bring the dates and water just to a boil.
4
Remove from heat, beat in the baking soda (it will bubble up) and allow to cool.
5
Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a large bowl.
6
Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, rub the butter into the dry ingredients.
7
Stir in the sugar and the nuts.
8
Add the date mixture and the egg, and mix thoroughly to form a stiff batter.
9
Spoon batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
10
Bake in the lower part of the oven 1 1/2 hours until the loaf is firm to the touch and shrinks slightly from the sides of the pan.
11
Cool in the pan.
12
Keep at least one day before using.
13
Well-wrapped, the bread will keep at least one week.
14
It can be frozen.

823

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped dates, 3/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour, and more.

Yes, Freda Mary Lord's Date And Walnut Loaf falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Freda Mary Lord's Date And Walnut Loaf

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Variations & substitutions

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