APRICOT CARROT BREAD

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"Since I am on a low-fat diet due to heart problems, I like slices of this sunny-looking quick bread," reports Geneva Cooper from Greeley, Colorado, "The loaf is lower in fat, but still tastes delicious."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 loaf (14 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup finely chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the carrots, applesauce, egg substitute and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until blended. Stir in apricots., Spoon into an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and water; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Dilshan Sadaruwan
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This is a great recipe! The bread is moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Delise.
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it! It was a great way to use up some extra carrots I had. The bread was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was a delicious addition.


Bisunlal Pal
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This bread is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of carrots and apricots. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this bread again!


Kakuhikire Dondo
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Delicious!


Makayi Samuel
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This bread was a hit at my brunch party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this bread again for my next party.


Rasmi Giri
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the flavors of carrot and apricot worked together in this bread. It was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this bread again!


Indiana Madeley
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Easy to make and turned out great!


Monica Emmanuel
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This apricot carrot bread was a delicious and moist treat! The carrots added a subtle sweetness and texture that perfectly complemented the apricots. I loved the crunchy walnuts in every bite, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing t