Carrot Date Nut Bread

chefs-mate chefs-mate 0 Comments
Servings: 2 Difficulty: Advanced
Jump To Recipe Print Recipe
0 Add to Favorites
Moist, spiced quick bread loaded with sweet dates and crunchy walnuts.
Carrot Date Nut Bread recipe image
Recipe tools
Use print to print the article or save it as a PDF. “Save article” downloads a clean HTML copy for offline reading.

This Carrot Date Nut Bread is a moist, flavorful quick bread that balances the earthy sweetness of carrots with the rich caramel notes of dates and the crunch of walnuts. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it offers a comforting texture that is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a dessert alongside coffee. The pureed carrots keep the crumb tender, while the slivered dates add bursts of natural sweetness. It’s an excellent way to use up fresh produce and makes a thoughtful homemade gift. Easy to whip up with pantry staples, this bread stays fresh for days and tastes even better on the second day as the flavors meld.

Carrot Date Nut Bread recipe image
Print Recipe
0 Add to Favorites

Carrot Date Nut Bread

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: , Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2 Calories: 73.8

Description

This Carrot Date Nut Bread is a moist, flavorful quick bread that balances the earthy sweetness of carrots with the rich caramel notes of dates and the crunch of walnuts. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it offers a comforting texture that is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a dessert alongside coffee. The pureed carrots keep the crumb tender, while the slivered dates add bursts of natural sweetness. It&# 226;€™s an excellent way to use up fresh produce and makes a thoughtful homemade gift. Easy to whip up with pantry staples, this bread stays fresh for days and tastes even better on the second day as the flavors meld.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease and flour two small loaf pans (approximately 8.5 x 4.5 x 2.5 inches).
  2. Place peeled and sliced carrots in a heavy saucepan with 1 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
  3. Cover and simmer carrots until tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  4. Drain carrots, ensuring all moisture has evaporated if necessary.
  5. In a blender, combine the cooked carrots, 1 orange (peeled, seeded, and cut into pieces), and 1/4 cup buttermilk.
  6. Blend until completely pureed; you should have about 2 cups of puree.
  7. In a medium bowl, sift together 3 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  8. In a large mixing bowl, beat 2 large eggs, then beat in 1 1/4 cups sugar, 3/4 cup vegetable oil, and the carrot-orange puree until combined.
  9. Stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture until just blended; do not overbeat.
  10. Fold in 1 cup slivered pitted dates and 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts.
  11. Divide batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  12. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Remove loaves from pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 73.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 124.2mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 18.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
Sugars 8.5g
Protein 1.6g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: carrot bread, date bread, nut bread, quick bread, baking, spiced bread, breakfast bread, snack cake, walnut, cinnamon, nutmeg, homemade, moist bread, fruit bread, oven baked
Recipe Card powered by WP Delicious

Leave a Comment