Oat Bran Date Bread Recipe

Indulge in this moist and flavorful Oat Bran Date Bread, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack! This low-fat recipe is a diabetic-friendly option (1/2 starch/bread exchange, 1 fruit exchange) bursting with the natural sweetness of dates and the wholesome goodness of oat bran. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this bread is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 155.4 kcal

Protein 9g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Oat Bran Date Bread

1 ½ cups oat bran
1 cup pitted dates (chopped)
Non Fat Powdered Milk
¼ cup molasses
1 cup boiling water
¼ cup unsalted butter (or vegan butter substitute)
2 large egg substitutes
Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
Cinnamon
Baking Soda
Ground Ginger
Ground Cardamom
Salt

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How to Make Oat Bran Date Bread

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups oat bran, 1 cup pitted dates (chopped), ¼ cup nonfat dry milk powder, ¼ cup molasses, 1 cup boiling water, ¼ cup unsalted butter (or vegan butter substitute), and 2 large egg substitutes.
Add 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional). Stir until well combined.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes before loosening the edges with a knife.
Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Oat Bran Date Bread?

Oat Bran Date Bread takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Oat Bran Date Bread?

Oat Bran Date Bread has approximately 155.4 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Oat Bran Date Bread?

The key ingredients for Oat Bran Date Bread are Oat Bran, Dates, Non Fat Powdered Milk, Molasses, Hot Water, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.