Best 5 Old Fashioned Date Loaf Candy Recipes

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In the realm of nostalgic treats, few confections evoke memories of simpler times quite like Old-Fashioned Date Loaf Candy. This delightful confection, with its chewy, caramel-like texture and bursts of sweet date flavor, has been a beloved treat for generations. Our comprehensive guide to Old-Fashioned Date Loaf Candy offers a collection of delectable recipes that capture the essence of this classic candy, ensuring that the tradition continues to delight taste buds for years to come.

Our carefully curated selection of recipes includes variations that cater to different preferences and dietary needs. From the traditional recipe featuring a combination of dates, sugar, corn syrup, and nuts, to a healthier version sweetened with honey and packed with nutritious ingredients like oats and flaxseed, there's a recipe here to satisfy every craving. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a contemporary twist, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of creating this timeless candy.

As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of chewy caramel and tender dates, along with tips for creating variations that showcase different flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful suggestions will empower you to create this delectable treat with ease. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Old-Fashioned Date Loaf Candy, a confection that has stood the test of time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREAT-GRANDMA CATHY'S DATE LOAF CANDY



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Handed down from my great-grandmother, and one of my father's all-time favorite holiday treats. Store in the refrigerator (rolled in the cloth), and it will keep for weeks. Otherwise, it becomes hard and sugary.

Provided by Amanda Vickers

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Nut Candy Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups white sugar
1 cup milk
¼ cup butter
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir sugar, milk, and butter together in a saucepan; bring to a boil without stirring once the boiling begins. Heat until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a rigid ball or until the mixture reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Immediately remove saucepan from heat and stir dates, pecans, and vanilla into the milk mixture.
  • Thoroughly wet a piece of cheesecloth and lay out onto a flat work surface. Pour the candy mixture into the middle of the cloth and roll the cloth around it to shape into a log.
  • Refrigerate until hard, 8 hours to overnight. Remove log from cloth and slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 43.1 mg, Sugar 52.9 g

DATE LOAF CANDY



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Make and share this Date Loaf Candy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Janie Foote

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 45 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons Karo syrup
1 cup water
1 (8 ounce) package chopped dates
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • You will also need: 1 clean damp cloth.
  • Cook first 3 ingredients, in a med boiler on top of stove.
  • Bring to a rolling boil, after 3 minute of this, put a spoon full in a bowl of cold water and check for a soft ball.
  • (It should be firm enough to pick up with your fingers.) Keep checking till you get the soft ball.
  • Then add the dates, and mix until dates have melted.
  • Then add nuts and roll out onto damp cloth, and roll into a log shape.
  • Put into Refridgerator until cold,cut into thin slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.1, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 0.2, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 12.4, Protein 0.5

DATE LOAF CANDIES



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Make and share this Date Loaf Candies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Duckie067

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 60 small pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups sugar
1 cup dates, chopped
1 cup walnuts
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a medium sauce pan, mix sugar, dates, butter and milk.
  • Cook for 10 - 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add walnuts, and vanilla.
  • Beat until it thickens.
  • Pour onto a cleaned dish towel (NOT TERRY CLOTH). Make sure the towel is wet but not soaking wet--little over damp. Roll it lengthwise and put into fridge until it has completely cooled.
  • Unroll the wrap and slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 4.8, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 11.9, Protein 0.5

TEXAS DATE LOAF CANDY



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Categories     Candy     Nut

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
1 cup milk
1 8-ounce package pitted dates, cut up into pieces
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a heavy large saucepan combine sugar and milk. Stir over low heat, not letting it boil, until sugar is dissolved. Raise heat to medium and bring to a boil. Add chopped dates and continue to boil until it reaches the soft ball stage (238° F.). Remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla and pecans. Cool to lukewarm. Tear off a sheet of waxed paper and have ready for rolling the candy (or do the old-Texas way of soaking a clean non-terry cloth dish towel in cold water and wring it out). Beat candy with a large spoon until mixture becomes creamy and starts to thicken like fudge. Pour mixture out on the waxed paper or damp dish towel and roll up into a long roll about 1½-inches in diameter. Allow to harden. It may be refrigerated to speed the process. Then unroll and cut into slices. Delicious!

OLD FASHIONED DATE LOAF CANDY RECIPE



Old Fashioned Date Loaf Candy Recipe image

Provided by lmurphy

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
12 oz. package of stoned dates
1 c. pecans

Steps:

  • Boil sugar with milk until it forms a soft ball in water. Pour in dates, boil stirring constantly until dates are dissolved. Remove and add 1 c. of pecans and beat until cool. Pour on wet cloth and wrap up!

Tips:

  • To make the date loaf candy, you will need: pitted dates, sugar, water, butter, vanilla extract, baking soda, and walnuts.
  • Start by combining the dates, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the dates are soft.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Mix well.
  • Add the walnuts to the mixture and stir until combined.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake the loaf in a preheated 350°F oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned date loaf candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover dates, and it is also a fun activity to do with kids. The candy is chewy and sweet, with a rich date flavor. It is also very versatile, and can be enjoyed on its own, or used as an ingredient in other recipes.

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