Date Nut Bread

16 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. pitted dates
  • 3/4 c. white raisins
  • 2 c. water
  • 1 stick oleo
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1 c. plain yogurt
  • 2 scant tsp. soda
  • 4 level tsp. baking powder
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. cloves
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 3 c. flour

Directions

  1. 1
    Place dates, raisins and water in pan to boil slowly 15 minutes covered.
  2. 2
    Set aside for cooling or even overnight.
  3. 3
    Cream sugars and oleo; add eggs.
  4. 4
    Beat well, then add all ingredients and flour.
  5. 5
    Stir well.
  6. 6
    Add 1 cup chopped nuts, if desired.
  7. 7
    Make 4 small to medium loaves or 3 large loaves.
  8. 8
    Bake at 325° for 25 minutes, then at 300°.
  9. 9
    Total Baking Time:
  10. 10
    45 to 55 minutes. Test for doneness with a toothpick.
  11. 11
    Do not overbake.

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