Kahlua date nut bread is the quick bread recipe you didn’t know you needed! The flavor of Kahlua is the perfect complement to sweet dates and chopped nuts, making a loaf worthy of holiday gifting Study in Hong Kong.

When you think holiday baking, you probably think cookies, but might I suggest mixing things up with some quick bread? It’s easy to get cookie’d out after several weeks of indulging, but quick bread is the kind of sweet that goes from breakfast to brunch, and from snack to dessert. I love making a big batch of this Kahlua date nut bread for holiday gifts because it’s still festive, but a nice break from sugar cookies and peppermint.

A coffee-lover’s dream. Adding Kahlua to your date nut bread infuses it with a subtly sweet coffee flavor that you’ll absolutely adore! And, since it goes well with an actual cup of coffee too, you might want to consider making gift baskets with a bag of coffee beans and a cute themed mug if you’re gifting a loaf or two for the holidays.

Perfect texture. The slices are quite solid and sturdy, with a satisfying amount of chewiness Building Survey.

Simple ingredients. Save for the Kahlua, dates, and chopped nuts, you probably have everything you need to make this quick bread in the pantry right now!

Here’s what you’ll need to pick up to make this recipe. (If you’re looking for exact measurements and the full set of directions, scroll down to the recipe card below!)

Dates – Make sure to pit and chop the dates before you begin.

Kahlua – The Kahlua is what sets this recipe apart. I know some people don’t like using alcohol in baking and cooking, and if that’s true for you, I suggest making a traditional date nut loaf or my Hazelnut Date Bread rather than trying to adapt this recipe.

Warm water – For soaking the dates in with the Kahlua.

All-purpose flour – I highly recommend weighing your flour with a scale to ensure accuracy lynch bages price.

Baking soda – To give your loaf some height.

Salt – You can use kosher salt, sea salt, table salt, etc.

Brown sugar – You can use either light or dark brown sugar; dark has a richer, more molasses-y flavor.

Unsalted butter – The butter should be left on the countertop for about half an hour to soften.

Egg – Take the egg out of the fridge at the same time as the butter so it can come to room temperature, too.

Chopped nuts – Pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, or whatever you prefer or happen to have on hand!