pkg. pillsbury date or nut bread mix
A serving of prepared bread from this mix provides carbohydrates and calories from flour and sugar, with minor fiber and nutrients from dates or nuts depending on the variety selected. The nutritional content varies by specific formulation and preparation method.
About
A commercial convenience product consisting of a pre-measured blend of dry ingredients formulated to produce a quick bread with either dates or nuts as the primary flavoring component. This product typically combines flour, sugar, leavening agents (baking soda or baking powder), salt, and spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg, with either diced dried dates or chopped nuts (commonly walnuts or pecans) already incorporated. The mix requires only the addition of wet ingredients—typically eggs, water or milk, and oil or melted butter—to form a batter that is baked in a loaf pan. Quick bread mixes of this type emerged as a mass-market convenience product in mid-20th century America, designed to streamline home baking while maintaining consistent results.
Culinary Uses
Pillsbury date or nut bread mix is used to prepare sweet quick breads suitable for breakfast, snacks, or dessert with minimal preparation and mixing time. The prepared batter is poured into a greased loaf pan and baked until golden brown, typically yielding one standard loaf. These breads are commonly served sliced, with or without butter, and are popular for gift-giving, potlucks, and casual entertaining. The mix may also be adapted for variations by adding extra ingredients such as vanilla extract, additional spices, or chocolate chips, though the fundamental preparation remains straightforward.