This sweet and savory date and almond bread is a delicious and easy-to-make loaf that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. The bread is made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, chopped dates, honey, almond butter, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. It is baked in a loaf pan and has a moist and flavorful crumb. The bread is also a good source of fiber and protein.
The inspiration for this recipe came to me one day when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover dates. I had already tried making date bread, but I wanted to create a recipe that was a bit more unique. I decided to add almonds to the bread, and I was so glad I did! The almonds give the bread a nutty flavor and a bit of crunch. I also added honey to the bread to give it a bit of sweetness. The bread turned out so well that I have been making it ever since.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 8
Ingredients
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup almond butter
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan withátku paper.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, dates, honey, almond butter, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Stir until well combined.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Why It Works
The combination of whole wheat flour and rolled oats gives the bread a hearty and chewy texture.
The dates add a natural sweetness and a chewy texture to the bread.
The honey adds a bit of sweetness and moisture to the bread.
The almond butter adds a nutty flavor and a bit of crunch to the bread.
The baking powder and baking soda help the bread to rise and give it a light and fluffy texture.