Ina Garten Date Nut Spice Bread Recipe

Name: Ina Garten Date Nut Spice Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups coarsly chopped dates (10 ounces pitted); 1/3 cup orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple sec); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed; 1 extra large egg; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest (2 oranges); 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 3/4 cup coarsly chopped pecans (3 oz.); For the cream cheese spread; 6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Servings: persons

2 cups coarsly chopped dates (10 ounces pitted)
1/3 cup orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple sec)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 extra large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon grated orange zest (2 oranges)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
3/4 cup coarsly chopped pecans (3 oz.)
For the cream cheese spread
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

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["In a bowl combine dates and orange liqueur and ""marinate"" for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.", "Preheat oven to 350.", "Prepare loaf pan (8x5); butter bottom, line with parchment paper, butter again and flour.", "Sift together flour, and next 6 ingredients. Set aside.", "Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter and brown sugar for 1 minute. Then, at low speed, add egg, vanilla, and orange zest. Add flour mixture alternately with orange juice. Beat only until combined.", "Mix in pecans and dates with liquid by hand.", "Pour batter into loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before turning onto a wire rack.", "To make the orange cream cheese, add add ingredients together and combine with electric mixer."]

906

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups coarsly chopped dates (10 ounces pitted), 1/3 cup orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple sec), 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed, and more.

Yes, Ina Garten Date Nut Spice Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ina Garten Date Nut Spice Bread

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