Date, walnut and banana loaf

Indulge in a moist and flavorful Date, Walnut, and Banana Loaf with this simple recipe. Combining sweet dates, ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of brown sugar, this delicious loaf is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. Easy to make with self-raising flour and a touch of baking soda, this loaf promises to be a hit with both family and friends.

  • 30 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 45 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Date, walnut and banana loaf

Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich dates, crunchy walnuts, and sweet bananas with this Date, Walnut and Banana Loaf. Perfect for breakfast or as a mid-afternoon snack, this loaf is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.

Ingredients:

1 cup dates
150g
1 cup brown sugar
230g
1 cup water
250g
2 cups self-raising flour
300g
2 bananas
240g
1/3 cup walnuts
72g
1 tsp baking soda
5g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Date Mixture:
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped dates, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dates are soft. Remove from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and baking soda. Set aside.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the cooled date mixture to the bananas and mix until well combined.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Add Walnuts:
Fold in the chopped walnuts gently into the batter.
7. Transfer to Loaf Pan:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
9. Cool:
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve:
Slice and serve your delicious Date, Walnut, and Banana Loaf. Enjoy it as is, or spread with a bit of butter for an extra treat!

Tips:

- Make sure the date mixture has cooled significantly before adding it to the dry ingredients to avoid activating the baking soda too early.

- For extra flavor, toast the walnuts lightly in a pan before adding them to the batter.

- If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the dates with the water and sugar until smooth after boiling and cooling.

- Store the loaf in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to a week.

Enjoy your homemade Date, Walnut and Banana Loaf, a perfect combination of sweetness and crunch. This loaf is great for sharing with family and friends, or as a wholesome treat just for you.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size210 grams
Energy
Calories 520kcal21%
Protein
Protein 9g6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 100g30%
Fiber 5g13%
Sugar 60g60%
Fat
Fat 9g11%
Saturated 0.91g3%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0.53ug0%
Choline 16mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.23mg19%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg3%
Vitamin B3 1.56mg10%
Vitamin B6 0.21mg12%
Vitamin B9 36ug9%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Vitamin E 0.14mg1%
Vitamin K 1.21ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 70mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.42mg0%
Iron, Fe 1.49mg14%
Magnesium, Mg 66mg15%
Phosphorus, P 140mg11%
Potassium, K 480mg14%
Selenium, Se 12ug22%
Sodium, Na 240mg16%
Zinc, Zn 1.11mg10%
Water
Water 80g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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