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Vintage Date Loaf Recipe Clipping
Published Jan 14, 2010 in Vintage Notes, WWII & Rations

Here’s a recipe that was tucked away in an old recipe box that was clipped from a newspaper, date unknown. The introduction states that this family recipe was used regularly during WWII, so it’s an oldie. Recipe is typed below along with a scanned copy. This Date Loaf has been a favorite in the Duncan family for years and was used frequently during World War II. “The keeping qualities of this loaf are excellent,” writes Mrs. Duncan. “In fact, it is better when baked 4 to 6 weeks ahead of the holidays as it seems to ripen with age. This loaf packs well as it is firm and chock full of goodies. It doesn’t crumble easily. For home use, the loaf can be stored in a cool dry place in a metal can until used.”

Here’s her recipe for Date Loaf:

1 pound pitted dates
1 pound English walnuts
4 egg yolks, beaten
4 egg whites, beaten
2 teaspoons brandy, wine or fruit juice

Shell and chop walnuts, chop dates and combine with flour. Beat egg yolks, add sugar, salt and baking powder. Add date mixture and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff. Add to date mixture. Add vanilla and fruit juice or wine and blend. Bake in floured, greased small loaf pans in slow oven at 300 to 325 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours (until nicely browned.) Makes 2 small loafs. Top of loaf may be decorated with walnut halves, candied cherries and pineapple pieces before baking. 

2 Responses to Vintage Date Loaf Recipe Clipping

Published 3 December, 2016 in 8:31 pm

Great recipe.I have the same one in my Ma’s recipe box.I also remember Jean McBride. She was on a local tv station here in mich many years ago.And also the local papers.Good to see that others remember this talented lady.Now you see one example of her before the Divas we see now.keep up the great work and everyone please try this loaf it is A One!

Holly Breadner
Published 18 December, 2016 in 6:31 pm

Been looking for this recipe for a long time.My grandpa made it for X-Mas, He started making them in Sept.First he wrapped with wax paper, tin foil then X-Mas paper, Thank You! Memories!









