Nostalgia Date Nut Loaves

Transport your taste buds back in time with these charming Nostalgia Date Nut Loaves, a delightful mini loaf recipe that’s brimming with warmth and old-fashioned charm. These moist, tender loaves feature the natural sweetness of softened chopped dates, balanced with the nutty crunch of walnuts, creating a perfectly textured slice every time. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, these loaves come together with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla. The bubbling reaction of baking soda and boiling water softens the dates, infusing the batter with a delicate, caramel-like richness. Baked in mini loaf pans, they’re ideal for gifting, portioned snacks, or a cozy treat with your afternoon coffee. Perfect for nostalgic baking enthusiasts and lovers of classic flavors, these date nut loaves are destined to become a cherished family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chopped dates
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 1 as needed Cooking spray or butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour four mini loaf pans, or coat them with cooking spray, and set aside.

Step 2

Place the chopped dates in a medium heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over them and sprinkle with the baking soda. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to soften the dates.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl with the creamed mixture, beating until incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the softened date mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 8

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared mini loaf pans, filling each pan about 2/3 full.

Step 9

Place the pans onto the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a loaf comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the pans from the oven and allow the loaves to cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing or serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	943.7 grams (943.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2712

Total Fat 93.90g	120%
Saturated Fat 33.40g	167%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 310mg	103%
Sodium 2396mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 457.50g	166%
Dietary Fiber 18.60g	66%
Total Sugars 294.90g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 240mg	18%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1616mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 64.8%