Mrs. Sharman'S Date-Nut Bread Recipe

Name: Mrs. Sharman'S Date-Nut Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. boiling water; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1 (8 oz.) pkg. dates, cut up; 1 1/3 c. brown sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. butter; 2 eggs; 2 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 c. chopped pecans; rum or bourbon

Servings: persons

1
Combine water, baking soda and dates in a small bowl and let stand until cool.
2
Mix sugar, salt and butter until light.
3
Beat in eggs.
4
Add date mixture.
5
Combine flour and baking powder and gradually add to the batter.
6
Fold in nuts.
7
Pour batter into a loaf pan that has been well buttered.
8
Let stand 20 minutes before baking.
9
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
10
Bake 1 1/4 hours.
11
Loosen loaf from the pan and invert on a cooling rack.
12
Pour 2 ounces or more rum or bourbon evenly over the bread before wrapping in plastic wrap for storage.
13
Makes one loaf.

1601

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. boiling water, 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda, 1 (8 oz.) pkg. dates, cut up, 1 1/3 c. brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Mrs. Sharman'S Date-Nut 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!

Mrs. Sharman'S Date-Nut Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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