Walnut Date Bread Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups chopped dates
• 1-1/2 cups hot water
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract