ORANGE DATE NUT BREAD

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Pecans are very plentiful in the South, and this is one of my favorite ways to use them. No other date nut bread I've tried is anywhere near as moist and flavorful as this one. I especially like to bake it for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 13

BREAD:
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup sugar
1 small unpeeled orange, cut into pieces and seeded
1 cup pitted chopped dates
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
SAUCE:
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • For bread, place eggs, butter, sugar, orange pieces and dates in blender or food processor. Cover and process with on/off motions until finely chopped. Remove to a large bowl. , In separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda and salt; add to orange mixture and mix until well-combined. Stir in pecans. Pour batter into greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 325° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If bread begins to darken, cover with foil during last few minutes of baking., Meanwhile, for sauce, heat orange juice and sugar until sugar has dissolved. When bread comes out of the oven, poke holes with a toothpick and slowly pour the sauce over top. Let stand for 15 minutes before removing from pan. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

H u Al Helal
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I had some trouble with this recipe. The bread didn't rise properly and it was a bit too dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Mudasir Jan
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I wasn't a huge fan of this bread. I found the flavor to be a bit too strong for my taste. The texture was also a bit too dense for me.


Galilea Lopez
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy bread. I love that it uses simple ingredients that I usually have on hand. The bread is always moist and flavorful.


Romantic videos
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I've made this bread several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I love to serve it with a cup of coffee or tea.


halloweed
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This bread is so good! The orange flavor really shines through. I also love the addition of dates and nuts. They add a nice sweetness and crunch.


Ricardo Nhaume
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I made this bread exactly as the recipe stated and it turned out perfect! The texture was moist and dense, and the flavor was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kawsar Juti
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I wasn't sure how the orange and dates would go together, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors complemented each other perfectly. The bread was also very moist and flavorful.


Noah Richey
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This is one of my favorite recipes for quick bread. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of orange and dates.


muqadas zahra
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I made this bread for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. The bread was gone in no time.


Quaid Khan
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This orange date nut bread is a delightful treat! The combination of citrusy oranges, sweet dates, and crunchy nuts creates a perfect balance of flavors. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb. I highly recommend trying this recipe!