Apricot almond bread is a delectable treat that combines the tangy sweetness of apricots with the nutty richness of almonds. The soft crumb and moist texture make it a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee, while the vibrant color and aroma add a touch of elegance to any occasion. Whether you're looking for a sweet breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a dessert to impress your guests, apricot almond bread is a versatile and delicious choice that is sure to satisfy.
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APRICOT-ALMOND GIFT BREAD
This flavorful sweet bread is packed with dried fruit and nuts and has a very moist crumb. The recipe makes one large loaf or three small loaves that you can give for holiday gifts.
Provided by Susan G. Purdy
Categories Brunch Breakfast Dessert Bake Cake Bread Food Processor Dried Fruit Almond Fall Winter Edible Gift Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 1 large loaf or 3 baby loaves
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Pan preparation:
- Butter the pan(s) or spray with butter-flavor nonstick vegetable spray and dust with flour. Tap out the excess flour.
- Make bread:
- Position rack in center of oven. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and wheat germ. If using a food processor, add the apricots and a generous tablespoon of the flour mixture to the bowl and pulse until the fruit is cut into small (¼-inch) bits. Or, cut up the apricots with oiled kitchen shears or an oiled knife. Scrape the apricot bits into the bowl with the flour. Chop the nuts and add them to the dry ingredients.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, egg, nectar or buttermilk, and extracts. Make a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and pour in the oil-egg mixture. Whisk or stir just to blend well; don't over mix.
- Scrape the batter into the prepared pan(s), filling them about two-thirds full. Bake 60 to 65 minutes for a large loaf, 40 to 45 minutes for small loaves (or for the time indicated for your altitude in the chart below), or until the bread is golden brown and a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan(s) on a wire rack.
- Make icing:
- To make the icing, whisk together the sugar and liquid in a small bowl until thick and smooth. When the bread is completely cooled, drizzle the icing over the top; it will harden as it dries.
- Cooks' Note
- Icing measurements stay the same at all elevations, but if you are baking the bread at high altitude, follow the adjustments below.
- If baking at 3,000 feet:
- Increase flour to 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon. Decrease baking soda to ¼ teaspoon. Decrease granulated sugar to 1 cup minus 1 tablespoon. Increase to 2 large eggs. Place rack in center of oven; bake large loaf at 375° for 50-55 minutes, baby loaves for 30-35 minutes.
- If baking at 5,000 feet:
- Increase flour to 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon. Decrease baking powder to 1¼ teaspoons plus ⅛ teaspoon. Decrease baking soda to ¼ teaspoon. Decrease granulated sugar to 1 cup minus 2 tablespoons. Increase to 2 large eggs. Increase apricot nectar (or buttermilk) to ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons. Place rack in lower third of oven; bake large loaf at 375° for 48-50 minutes, baby loaves for 35-40 minutes.
- If baking at 7,000 feet:
- Increase flour to 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons. Decrease baking powder to 1¼ teaspoons. Decrease baking soda to ¼ teaspoon. Decrease granulated sugar to ¾ cup. Increase to 2 large eggs. Use buttermilk, not nectar, and increase to 1 cup. Place rack in lower third of oven; bake large loaf at 350° for 60-62 minutes, baby loaves for 30-35 minutes.
- If baking at 10,000 feet:
- Increase flour to 2¼ cups. Decrease baking powder to 1¼ teaspoons. Decrease baking soda to ⅛ teaspoon. Increase salt to ½ teaspoon plus ⅛ teaspoon. Decrease granulated sugar to ¾ cup minus 1 tablespoon. Increase to 2 large eggs. Use buttermilk, not nectar, and increase to 1 cup. Place rack in lower third of oven; bake large loaf at 350° for 60-65 minutes, baby loaves for 32-37 minutes.
ALMOND APRICOT BREAD
My mother, who is a big apricot and almond fan, inspired me to create this recipe. The teachers at our children's school look forward to me making these pretty loaves each Christmas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking powder and salt. Set aside 1 tablespoon baby food for glaze. In another bowl, beat the egg, 3/4 cup milk, oil, 1 teaspoon almond extract and remaining baby food. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in almonds and apricots. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , For glaze, combine the confectioners' sugar, reserved baby food, and remaining milk and extract until smooth. Drizzle over bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
ALMOND APRICOT YOGURT BREAD (ABM)
Make and share this Almond Apricot Yogurt Bread (ABM) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Breads
Time 1h40m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place all ingredients except almonds and apricots in machine in order recommended by the manufacturer. Select sweet cycle.
- Add almonds and apricots at the "add ingredients" signal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2720.4, Fat 75.4, SaturatedFat 21.6, Cholesterol 252, Sodium 3861.9, Carbohydrate 442.5, Fiber 30.8, Sugar 106, Protein 77.8
ALMOND APRICOT BREAD
Apricots and almonds are mixed into the hearty breakfast bread made with bran cereal.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and almonds. Set aside.
- In large mixing bowl, combine KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN cereal and milk. Let stand 2 minutes or until cereal softens. Add egg and oil. Beat well. Stir in apricots. Add flour mixture, stirring only until combined. Portion into two 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pans coated with cooking spray.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 71.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
APRICOT ALMOND LOAF
A beautiful bread with a pretty pale color and a fruity, nutty flavor.
Provided by Cindy Carnes
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place ingredients (except the almonds) in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select cycle; press Start.
- If your machine has a Fruit setting, add the almonds at the signal, or about 5 minutes before the kneading cycle has finished.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 170.7 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
APRICOT ALMOND BREAD (BM)
Hearty breakfast bread made in the bread machine. This recipe was adapted from the Cuisinart Bread Machine Cookbook. Dough is kneaded and rises in the machine but bakes in your oven.
Provided by Stoblogger
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 6h
Yield 2 pounds, 32 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare the bread machine basket, attach the kneading paddle.
- Following the directions of your bread machine, layer the first 6 ingredients in the order listed.
- For this recipe I use the Artisan dough setting, it is a 5 hour setting. After fitting the basket into the machine close the lid and turn on.
- After about 15 minutes check to see that the dough has enough liquid. I usually have to add at least 1 tablespoon of water.
- When kneading cycle ends, punch down the dough, let rest 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 16X12 inches.
- Sprinkle on nuts and fruit.
- Roll up the dough into a 3 inch wide cylinder. Pinch the roll at each end and shape it.
- Place on a greased baking sheet, or omit the grease and use parchment paper.
- Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise 30 minutes.
- Bake about 25 minutes, depending on your oven.
- Best if allowed to cool before slicing -- if you can wait that long!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.2, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 146.4, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 1.9
Tips:
- Choose ripe and flavorful apricots: The quality of your apricots will greatly impact the taste of your bread. Look for ripe, plump apricots that are free of blemishes.
- Toast the almonds: Toasting the almonds before adding them to the batter will enhance their flavor and give the bread a more nutty texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that the bread is cooked through.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Apricot almond bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up ripe apricots. With its sweet and nutty flavor, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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