ORANGE-DATE LOAVES

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Make and share this Orange-Date Loaves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons orange rind, finely shredded
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/3 cup cooking oil
1 (8 ounce) package dates, pitted, chopped
1/2 cup pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, orange peel, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another mixing bowl stir together eggs, 1/2 cup of the thawed orange juice concentrate, the oil, and 1-1/2 cups water.
  • Add to flour mixture. Stir by hand just until combined. Fold in dates and nuts.
  • Divide mixture evenly between two greased 8"x4"x2" loaf pans. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the centers comes out clean. (Or, divide mixture evenly among four 5-1/2"x3"x2" loaf pans and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until loaves test done.).
  • Cool in pans for 10 minutes; remove from pans.
  • Generously brush tops and sides of loaves with remaining orange juice concentrate. Cool thoroughly on wire racks.
  • Wrap and store overnight before slicing.

Muzammil Gazali
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This recipe is a must-try for any orange and date lover!


andrew bloxyt
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This loaf is perfect for breakfast or brunch. It's also a great snack or dessert.


Majeed Khan
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I made this loaf for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of orange and dates.


AR Jihad
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This recipe is easy to follow and the loaf turned out great! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Serenity Douglas
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This loaf is delicious! The orange and date flavors are a perfect combination, and the loaf is moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ayanda Ajax mkhize
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I love this orange date loaf! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


ABEL TYOBEKA
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This recipe is a keeper! The orange date loaf turned out perfectly. It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze adds a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Faray Janii
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This loaf is so good! It's moist and flavorful, and the orange and date flavors are perfectly balanced. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tharuka Gamage
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I've tried many orange date loaf recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious, moist loaf that was a hit with my family and friends.


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This orange date loaf is a moist, flavorful, and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. I loved the combination of sweet dates and tangy oranges, and the loaf had a lovely crumb and a crisp crust. I'll definitely be makin