Mini date and walnut loaves
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mini Date and Walnut Loaves. These easy-to-make treats are packed with sweet dates, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of ginger, perfectly balanced with brown sugar and vanilla. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gifts!
- 28 Mar 2025
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 8 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Mini date and walnut loaves are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. These loaves combine the natural sweetness of dates with the crunch of walnuts, enhanced by a hint of ginger for a touch of warmth. Simple to make and full of flavor, they'll be a hit with anyone who tries them.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin or mini loaf pans.
Place the chopped dates in a bowl and pour enough boiling water over them to cover. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to soften. Drain well.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and beat well. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, mix the self-raising flour and freshly grated ginger root.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix. Fold in the soaked dates and chopped walnuts with a spatula until evenly distributed.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin or mini loaf pans, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the mini loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, serve and enjoy your mini date and walnut loaves as a delightful snack or breakfast treat.
Tips:
- Make sure to chop the dates and walnuts into small, even pieces to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Use room temperature butter and egg to help them incorporate more easily into the mixture.
- Double check that you are using self-raising flour, which contains baking powder and salt, eliminating the need for additional leavening agents.
- Allow the loaves to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help prevent them from breaking apart.
- If you prefer a stronger ginger flavor, you can increase the amount of ginger root according to your taste.
This recipe for mini date and walnut loaves, with its perfect balance of sweetness and texture, is sure to become a favorite. Follow these steps and tips to ensure your loaves come out perfectly every time. Enjoy these delicious treats fresh out of the oven or store them for a quick snack later.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 90 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 410kcal | 20% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 8g | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 40g | 12% |
| Fiber 4.03g | 11% |
| Sugar 22g | 22% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 30% |
| Saturated 5g | 17% |
| Cholesterol 40mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 66ug | 7% |
| Choline 36mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 0.17mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 0.89mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 0.20mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B9 40ug | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 0.06ug | 3% |
| Vitamin C 0.54mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E 0.28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 1.84ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 50mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.54mg | 60% |
| Iron, Fe 1.44mg | 13% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus, P 150mg | 12% |
| Potassium, K 310mg | 9% |
| Selenium, Se 8ug | 14% |
| Sodium, Na 13mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.25mg | 11% |
| Water | |
| Water 15g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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