Best 6 Orange Date Spread Recipes

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Orange Date Spread is a timeless breakfast staple, often enjoyed on toast, waffles, or pancakes. It is also a versatile ingredient that can be used in various baking recipes, from cookies and cakes to muffins and scones. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, there's an orange date spread recipe tailored to your preferences and skill level. This article aims to guide you in your quest for the perfect orange date spread, providing a comprehensive overview of popular recipes and highlighting their unique flavors, textures, and ease of preparation.

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DATE ORANGE BREAD



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The orange flavor gives lift to the date flavor.

Provided by Carol

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large egg
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
⅔ cup fresh orange juice
⅓ cup boiling water
3 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup dates, pitted and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine orange juice, water, and orange zest in a liquid measuring cup.
  • Beat egg slightly in a bowl. Add butter and sugar; beat until smooth. Add orange juice mixture and stir to combine.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Stir in walnuts and dates. Pour into batter and stir to moisten. Spoon into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in the loaf pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and finish cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 311.3 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

ORANGE DATE FROSTING



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A wonderful orange icing studded with dates. Tastes great with spice cake or orange cake.

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 5m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup butter, softened
⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
½ teaspoon orange zest
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
¾ cup pitted dates

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, condensed milk, orange juice concentrate and orange zest, until smooth. Gradually beat in the confectioners sugar until a spreadable consistency is reached.
  • Frost cake and decorate with dates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 46.9 mg, Sugar 41.8 g

ORANGE-DATE BARS



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If you're looking to serve a lighter, more nutritious dessert, you'll appreciate this recipe. It's an appealing old-fashioned dessert that's full-flavored.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped dates
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine dates, sugar, oil and juice. Cook for 5 minutes to soften dates. Cool. Add egg; mix well. Combine all remaining ingredients and stir into date mixture. , Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes. Cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 3g fat, Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g protein.

SPICED ORANGES AND DATES



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Fresh oranges and dates in a spiced syrup. Recipe modified from a Woolworths Fresh Magazine recipe. I love fresh dates and this makes for a great fresh fruit dessert. Great served with fresh Greek yogurt or custard. You can add some orange liquer to make this extra special (add with the water and sugar). To toast your almonds- add them to a dry pan and heat them until fragrant and toasted. keep turned or tossed as they will toast quickly. Vegan suitable if served without the custard or yogurt

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup water
4 oranges, peeled with the pith removed
orange peel- from one orange, cut into thin strips
4 whole cloves
4 slices fresh ginger
2 star anise
1 cinnamon stick, broken
8 fresh dates, pitted and halved
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Add the water and sugar to a saucespan. Stir over heat until the sugar has dissolved. Add the peel from one orange. cloves, ginger, star anise and cinnamon stick pieces. SImmer 10 minutes or until a syrup forms. Remove from the heat.
  • Slice the oranges into thick rounds. Remove the pits from the dates and cut the dates into halves. Add the oranges and dates to the sugar syrup. Set aside for 20 minutes.
  • Spoon the fruit onto one large platter to serve -- or into serving bowls. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top.
  • Serve with yogurt or custard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.1, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 1.6, Carbohydrate 79.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 73.2, Protein 3.6

ORANGE COCONUT DATE SQUARES



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Make and share this Orange Coconut Date Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Elly in Canada

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup desiccated coconut
1 cup dates, pitted and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Measure flour, salt and baking powder in bowl and stir to blend, set aside.
  • Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat, remove from stove. Stir in brown sugar.
  • Blend in egg, vanilla and orange zest.
  • Add flour mixture to the butter mixture.
  • Stir in coconut and dates.
  • Spread mixture into a greased 7"x 11" pan.
  • Bake for 25 - 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool before cutting in small squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.4, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 12.8, Sodium 96.3, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 14.1, Protein 0.8

FLUFFY ORANGE SPREAD



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With its pleasant orange flavor, this simple spread perfectly tops a variety of breads. Each bite has just the right amount of sweetness. -Ruth Hastings

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and orange juice until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and orange zest; mix well. Serve with bread, bagels or toast. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the orange date spread, start by pitting the dates and soaking them in hot water for 15 minutes to soften.
  • While the dates are soaking, zest and juice the oranges. You will need 1 tablespoon of zest and 1/2 cup of juice.
  • Once the dates are softened, drain them and add them to a food processor along with the orange zest, orange juice, honey, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Process the mixture until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the spread into a jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Enjoy the orange date spread on toast, crackers, or fruit.

Conclusion:

This delicious and versatile orange date spread can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a great way to add a touch of sweetness and citrusy flavor to your favorite foods. The spread is also a good source of fiber and antioxidants. So, next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful snack or spread, give this orange date spread a try.

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