National Date Nut Bread Day

Joan Agie
Dec 22, 2023 By Joan Agie
Originally Published on Feb 22, 2022
Fact-checked by Amanpreet Kaur
Learn about National Date Nut Bread Day recipes.

Where is National Date Nut Bread Day celebrated?

This day is celebrated by people in New Zealand, Australia, and the United States.

Who is National Date Nut Bread Day celebrated by?

 Many people across these countries join in the celebrations of this holiday.

When did National Date Nut Bread Day first start?

 The first celebration of National Date Nut Bread Day took place sometime in the 20th century.

Who started National Date Nut Bread Day?

 The exact person who started National Date Nut Bread Day is not known, despite this holiday being around for several years.

History And Timeline

Packed with flavor and nutritious dates and walnuts, this baked bread is becoming increasingly popular in the US as many Americans have also started serving it with their Thanksgiving feast. Let us find out more about the history of this day:

Discovery Of Walnuts

Walnuts are thought to be the oldest tree food in history, with some historians dating it back to 7000 B.C.

7000 B.C.

First Dates Are Cultivated

It is believed that dates are among the oldest cultivated fruit in the world. Dates were first cultivated in Egypt 50 million years ago.

3200 B.C.

Dates Came To America

Historians believe that dates were first brought to Spain by the ancient Moors, and later, Spaniards brought it to America.

1765

First Recipe Was Published

The first date nut recipe was published in Britain and it quickly became popular.

1939

Traditional Date Nut Bread Made

Experiments began which led to the evolution of the traditional date nut bread recipe we know of today.

'60s

Date Nut Bread-Eating Contest Organized

A date nut-eating contest took place in New York City, with the winner eating 29 date-nut bread sandwiches made with cream cheese in under eight minutes.

2006

Traditions And Customs

There are very different traditions for relishing date nut bread during the holiday season in different countries. For instance, in Britain, people enjoy a date and walnut loaf with butter together with a steaming hot cup of tea. The delicious treat is also savored in New Zealand and Australia.  

Lastly, in the United States, people enjoy date nut bread as their go-to option during the fun holidays. They like to top their bread with lots of walnuts and have a lovely feast with their friends and family.

Ways To Celebrate National Date Nut Bread Day

The best way to celebrate this day is to bake date nut bread and share it with your friends, family members, and colleagues. You must remind everyone that this is a healthy and wholesome treat.

Apart from date nut bread, you can also bake little muffins. You can try out new flavors, such as orange date nut, and even sprinkle the loaf with chocolate chips and strawberries to give the loaf your own unique twist.

Make sure to mix all the ingredients well and bake the bread for the appropriate time. Another popular way to enjoy this loaf is to eat it with a nicely fried egg!

Facts And Stats

  • Dates are wholesome fruit that contains essential nutrients like iron, calcium, magnesium, copper, selenium, manganese, and vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, and C. This day celebrates the healthy benefits of this food.
  • Walnuts are not technically a nut, but a drupe, as are coconuts. On this day you can read about such interesting facts.
  • In many parts of the world, National Date Nut Bread Day is celebrated on September 8 instead of December 22.

Where did date nut bread originate?

Date nut bread first originated in Britain. People baked bread using dates, walnuts, and treacle to enjoy with their family.

What is the national day for December 22?

As well as National Date Nut Bread Day, National Cookie Exchange Day is also celebrated on this date.

What national day is February 23?

People across the world celebrate February 23 as National Banana Bread Day.

What is the healthiest bread to be consumed on National Date Nut Bread Day?

Because dates and walnuts are known for their incredible health benefits, they make for a perfect duo in a healthy bread recipe.

Does nut bread develop mold?

Moist bread develops mold easily. However, if you use semi-dry dates and keep the bread refrigerated, it will stay fresh for days.

How do families celebrate National Date Nut Bread Day?

Families celebrate this day by baking different types of date nut bread at home. They experiment with different recipes and add various types of nuts and dried fruits to make their own version of delicious and healthy bread to enjoy the holiday.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Tuesday, December 22, 2020
  • Wednesday, December 22, 2021
  • Thursday, December 22, 2022
  • Friday, December 22, 2023
  • Sunday, December 22, 2024

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Written by Joan Agie

Bachelor of Science specializing in Human Anatomy

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Joan AgieBachelor of Science specializing in Human Anatomy

With 3+ years of research and content writing experience across several niches, especially on education, technology, and business topics. Joan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Anatomy from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, and has worked as a researcher and writer for organizations across Nigeria, the US, the UK, and Germany. Joan enjoys meditation, watching movies, and learning new languages in her free time.

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Fact-checked by Amanpreet Kaur

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Amanpreet KaurBachelor of Business Administration, Masters of Business Administration specializing in Accounting and Finance

Amanpreet has a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Business Administration from the Birla Institute of Technology and Xavier Institute of Social Service respectively, coupled with her internships at Decimal Point Analytics and the Royal Bank of Scotland, has equipped her with the necessary skills to analyze complex data and present insights in an easy-to-understand format. Her paper on the impact of COVID-19 on CSR programs has received high commendation.

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