Pinto Quick Bread with Dates

Discover the wholesome delight of Pinto Quick Bread with Dates, an innovative twist on classic quick bread that combines the creamy, nutrient-rich texture of mashed pinto beans with the natural sweetness of finely chopped dates. This unique loaf is spiced with warm cinnamon and subtly sweetened with honey, offering a guilt-free indulgence perfect for breakfast, snacks, or tea time. With a light and moist crumb, this recipe seamlessly blends pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking essentials with unexpected ingredients that pack a protein and fiber boost. Optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while a hint of vanilla rounds out the flavor profile. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, this versatile bread is a smart choice for busy home bakers seeking something nutritious yet indulgent. Serve slices as-is, or elevate the experience with a smear of butter or cream cheese—comfort food with a healthy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup, cooked and mashed Pinto beans
• 1 cup, finely chopped Dates
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and frothy. Add the mashed pinto beans, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and honey. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the finely chopped dates (and walnuts, if using) until evenly dispersed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf pan from the oven and allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Then transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Slice and serve as-is, or spread with butter or cream cheese for an extra treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(897.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2485.6

Total Fat 100.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.9g
Cholesterol 383.0mg	0%
Sodium 2493.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 358.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.6g	0%
Total Sugars 150.9g
Protein 59.6g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 419.4mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2411.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 55.7%