Healthy Apple Energy Loaf

• 1 cup chopped dates
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 1 cup apple juice
• 2 grated granny smith apples, grated, excess liquid squeezed out and reserved (any other cooking apple will suffice)
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder

1. In a small saucepan heat the dates, honey, bicarbonate soda, apple juice and the reserved apple juice. Bring to the boil whilst stirring then allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
2. In a large mixing bowl mix togther the apple, walnuts, flour and baking powder. Make a little well in the centre and pour in the contents of the saucepan. Mix well until all combined.
3. Pour the mixture into a lined 14 x 21 loaf tin and bake in a moderate oven for 40 minutes, or until the centre is cooked. Allow to cool before cutting into slices.

dates, honey, bicarbonate of soda, apple juice, apples, walnuts, whole wheat flour, baking powder

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/healthy-apple-energy-loaf-279846 (may not work)