Serves: 16
Total Calories: 158

1 3/4 cups chopped, pitted dates
1 1/4 cups boiling water
2 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg substitute equivalent
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons fructose
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract

1. In a bowl, combine the dates and boiling water let stand for 15 minutes. Lightly coat a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, nuts, and baking soda. Add the egg, applesauce, fructose, and extract. Add the dates and mix well.

3. Pour mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Remove from the pan and serve warm or cold.

EXCHANGES
1 Starch
1 Fruit

NUTRITION FACTS
Calories 140
Calories from Fat 23
Total Fat 3 grams
Saturated Fat 0 grams
Cholesterol 0 milligrams
Sodium 58 milligrams
Total Carbohydrate 28 grams
Dietary Fiber 4 grams
Sugars 14 grams
Protein 3 grams

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 16
Total Calories: 158
Calories from Fat: 23

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