Mom'S Date Loaf Delight

Name: Mom'S Date Loaf Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. pitted dates; 2 c. sugar; 2 c. boiling water; 3/4 c. shortening; 3 c. flour; 2 tsp. soda; 2 eggs; 2 c. fine cut nuts; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. each: nutmeg, cinnamon and allspice

Eats Now Editorial Team · 2253 kcal · General

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Mom'S Date Loaf Delight – a delicious recipe with dates, sugar, boiling water, shortening, flour, soda. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 lb. pitted dates
2 c. sugar
2 c. boiling water
3/4 c. shortening
3 c. flour
2 tsp. soda
2 eggs
2 c. fine cut nuts
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. each: nutmeg, cinnamon and allspice

1
Chop dates.
2
Add water (boiling) and soda.
3
Set aside to cool, stirring occasionally.
4
Cream shortening, sugar and eggs.
5
Add nuts and mix.
6
Sift salt, flour and spices; stir into creamed mixture, alternately with date mixture.
7
Line bottom of greased pan with waxed paper.
8
Bake in hot oven 400u00b0 to 425u00b0 for 20 minutes, then 1 hour at 250u00b0 or until tests done with a toothpick. Keeps well!

2253

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

258

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. pitted dates, 2 c. sugar, 2 c. boiling water, 3/4 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Mom'S Date Loaf Delight 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
2253 kcal
Category
General

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