Of all the quick breads I make the date loaf is my absolute favorite. The very name dates conjures up exotic images of date palms and desert sand. In one of our restaurants we baked date loaves in round pans. They were sliced and sandwiched together with a combination of cream and old cheddar cheese. It was a favorite on our luncheon menu. The recipe is very versatile with several variations. BASIC DATE LOAF should be in your apron pocket, after all you never know when you might need a blind date loaf.
Hi Virginia
Thanks a ton for this post. I am on a loaf baking spree these days. Baked Challah bread recently. And now you just inspired me with something new. Thanks again
Cheers
Sayori
I haven’t made Challah bread for a long time. That should be next on my baking list. We had a few spring like days. The crocuses came out, but today it seemed cold enough for snow. This is when I really love baking. And of course we all know baking is addictive. Virginia
It is indeed very addictive, especially once we get used to the fresh bake…nothing like it
I agree. There is nothing like fresh baked bread. We bake what we call our “house bread”. It is a hearty brown bread and it is divine. V/
yummola
xo
Date Loaf is a big weakness of mine – I love is spread with cream cheese. Oh dear.. my secret is out. XXOO V.
YUMMM, said this lover of dates….I hope to have a taste but know it will be gone before I get there.
xoxo
Biscuit Girl, I could always whip you up a date loaf … If I knew you were coming I would bake a date-loaf, bake a date-loaf, bake a date–loaf. XXOo Meece
We have joined our souls in bakery land! I just made date bread last night…………but with Raspberry Beer from Belgium. What fun baking with you!
Oh, I will enjoy trying this one. And I finally had the sense to LIKE Mrs. Butterworth on Facebook so I can see all of your recipes. You cook with love! Good looking couple on your profile picture.
Thank you Jo Nell Huff for the like on Mrs. Butterfingers Face Book I’ve just scrolled through your photographs on Face Book. You have a lovely looking family. I see restaurant photos. Are you in the trade? Cheers Virginia
Thank you! No, I am not in the restaurant trade but do appreciate good restaurants! I cannot imagine cooking for large groups but I do like to try different recipes and experiment a bit. Cheers to you!
Funny tale, Virginia! I read your post title as “Blind Date Loaf” Oh, dear. But I guess you could prepare it before a big date?! It looks scrumptious! A heart-breaker. T.
Theadora, you bring such joy into our home each day. Both The Good Husband and I are still giggling. I do think this should be retitled. Blind date Loaf!! V.
Thank you for the giggle, Virginia. I’m whipping up a loaf now. And the flat smells amazing. Who needs Guerlain? I’ve got a new secret weapon! T.