Death Valley Date Nut Bread
Servings: 12
Cost: $15
The recipe for Death Valley Oasis Date Nut Bread, rooted in Furnace Creek’s early days, remains straightforward yet rich. Below, the formula yields a loaf that captures the essence of its namesake. Thanks to Xanterra Resorts for sharing the recipe!
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chopped dates
- 3/4 cup hot water
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- In a saucepan, cook the chopped dates in hot water for 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in walnuts, butter, and honey; allow the mixture to cool.
- Incorporate the beaten egg, vanilla, flour, and baking soda, stirring until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased bread pan.
- Bake in a preheated 325°F oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.