Best 20 Apricot Bread Recipes

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Apricot bread is a delightful treat that combines the sweet and tangy flavor of apricots with the comforting warmth of bread. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special dessert to impress your friends and family, apricot bread is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its soft and fluffy texture, this delectable bread is perfect for any occasion, from casual brunches to festive holiday gatherings.

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APRICOT BREAD



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This is my most asked-for recipe. I've used it for many years, which is obvious from my recipe card that's yellowed and full of stains. The fruity appearance and taste of this easy-to-make bread blend beautifully with our warm Florida sunshine. It's always a hit whenever I serve it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup snipped dried apricots
2 cups warm water
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 large egg
3/4 cup orange juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Soak apricots in warm water for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, cream the sugar, butter and egg. Stir in orange juice. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until combined. Drain apricots well; add to batter with nuts. Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55 minutes or until bread tests done. Cool 10 minutes in pan before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APRICOT NUT BREAD



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Another favorite quick bread that my mom made when I was a child. I often make small tins of my apricot nut bread, pumpkin bread, and cranberry bread to give as teacher gifts, along with the recipe for each, during the holidays.

Provided by Caryn

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 7x3x2-inch loaf pans

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup orange juice
1 egg, beaten
1 cup nuts, chopped
1 cup dried apricot, chopped
orange rind, grated,to taste

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook the apricots in water until soft; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Generously grease and lightly flour two 7x3x2-inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
  • Stir in butter, milk, orange juice, and egg; mix well.
  • Fold in dried apricots, nuts, and orange peel.
  • Spoon into prepared pans.
  • Bake 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool on rack 15 minutes.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Cool completely.

APRICOT, ORANGE, CRANBERRY BREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 5 small loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 pound (1 stick) butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
2 large eggs
2/3 cup orange juice
2/3 cup milk
2/3 cup finely chopped apricots
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
3 cups cranberries, picked over and chopped in a food processor

Steps:

  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl. Beat in the orange zest and eggs, 1 at a time. Add the orange juice and milk and beat until mixed thoroughly. It will appear curdled.
  • Add the flour mixture and beat until it is just moistened. Stir in the apricots, walnuts, and cranberries.
  • Place baking rack in middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour five 5 3/4- by 2 1/4-inch loaf pans.
  • Pour the batter into the pans. Bake for 45 minutes. Test for doneness with a toothpick - it should come out clean. Remove the bread from the pans, transfer to a wire rack, and let them cool on their sides.

APRICOT TEA BREAD



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I received this recipe from a radio program many years ago. It has been a favorite of my family ever since. -Lyn Robitaille, East Hartland, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped dried apricots
1 cup chopped pecans
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cold butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. , Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Fold in apricots and pecans. , Spoon into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. For topping, combine flour and sugar in a small bowl; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APRICOT OAT BREAD



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A flavorful white bread for the bread machine.

Provided by Kristen Mango

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     White Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ¼ cups bread flour
⅔ cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, cut up
1 ⅔ cups orange juice
½ cup diced dried apricots
2 tablespoons honey, warmed

Steps:

  • Place bread ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer; add the dried apricots just before the knead cycle ends.
  • Remove the bread promptly from the machine when it's finished, and glaze with the warmed honey. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 306 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

APRICOT BANANA BREAD



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Making this delightfully different twist on traditional banana bread is fun. It tastes excellent spread with cream cheese or butter. When I take this bread to bake sales, it really goes fast. I also make it in small loaf pan to give as gifts. I discovered the recipe in 1955 and have been making it since. -Betty Hull, Stoughton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf(16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
1/4 cup buttermilk
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup 100% bran cereal (not flakes)
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots (about 6 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine bananas and buttermilk. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with banana, beating well after each addition. Stir in bran, apricots and nuts. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APRICOT CRANBERRY BREAD



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I was making cranberry bread one day and wanted to try something a little different. I found a jar of apricot jam in the refrigerator and decided to spoon the jam into the center of the bread. It looked lumpy, so I took a knife and cut the jam into the bread. The end result was delicious. -Diane Roth, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup fresh or frozen halved cranberries
1/4 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, orange zest, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, beat egg, water and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the cranberries., Pour into a greased and floured 9x5-in. loaf pan. Cut apricots in the preserves into small pieces; spoon preserves over batter. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APRICOT BREAD



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Grammy's recipe.

Provided by KFREESE

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
2 cups dried apricots, sliced
1 ½ cups boiling water
1 ¼ cups orange juice
1 egg
3 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick®)
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  • Put apricots and water in a bowl. Let stand until cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain apricots; mix soaking water with orange juice.
  • Beat egg in a large bowl until thick and lemon-colored. Add water-orange juice mixture, baking mix, and sugar in an alternating fashion; mix until well combined. Fold in apricots. Pour batter into loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.9 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 580.5 mg, Sugar 34 g

CRANBERRY-APRICOT BREAD PUDDING



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I adjusted a favorite bread pudding recipe to make it a little healthier. Dried fruits add texture and sweetness to this heart-warming dessert.-Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1-1/4 cups whole milk
2 large egg whites
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
6 cups cubed day-old bread
8 tablespoons whipped topping
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine apricots and apple juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed. Stir in cranberries; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the milk, egg whites, egg, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and cardamom. Add bread cubes; toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in apricot mixture. , Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon whipped topping and 1-1/2 teaspoons chopped walnuts.

Nutrition Facts :

PECAN AND APRICOT SOURDOUGH BREAD STUFFING



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This savory stuffing is a little tangy and a little sweet. And it's so easy to make that you won't have to wait for a holiday to enjoy this dish with your family.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Bread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread, torn into pieces
¼ cup butter
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced celery
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
4 ounces chopped dried apricots
1 cup toasted pecan halves, chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups chicken broth
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Butter an 11x14 inch baking dish, and set aside to bake the stuffing.
  • Arrange sourdough bread pieces on a baking sheet. Toast the bread in preheated oven until crisp and dry, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven to cool. Increase the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and celery; cook and stir until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the herbes de Provence and rubbed sage, then stir in the apricots. Turn off the heat, and allow the mixture to rest.
  • Toss the toasted bread and pecans together in a large bowl. Stir in the celery mixture, then season with salt and pepper. Mix in the chicken broth, one cup at a time. Stir in the egg. Transfer the stuffing to the buttered baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is browned, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 534.3 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

APRICOT NUT BREAD



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My family likes bread, apricots and nuts, so I put the three together to create this recipe. It's fairly easy to make, and everyone loves it. It never lasts long in our house. -Robert Logan of Clayton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup boiling water
1-1/4 cups chopped dried apricots
2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 large egg
3/4 cup apricot nectar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
GLAZE:
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons fat-free milk
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, pour boiling water over apricots; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Whisk the egg, apricot nectar and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Drain apricots; fold into batter with pecans and orange zest. , Transfer to an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. 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 pan to a wire rack., For glaze, combine the brown sugar, butter and milk in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Cool to room temperature; drizzle over bread. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APRICOT BREAD PUDDING



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Make and share this Apricot Bread Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 eggs
3 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
5 cups torn dry bread, pieces (French Bread is best)
12 dried apricot halves, quartered
1/4 cup currants
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, cut up
maple syrup, heated (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl beat together eggs, milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine bread pieces, apricots, and currants.
  • Place in a greased 2 quart rectangular baking dish.
  • Pour milk mixture over bread mixture and press bread with the back of a spoon to soak up milk.
  • In a small bowl, stir together 2 Tbsps.
  • sugar, and cardamom.
  • Sprinkle over top of pudding.
  • Dot with butter or margarine.
  • Bake at 325ºF for 55 to 60 minutes, or until it tests clean.
  • Serve warm with maple syrup, if desired.

APRICOT BREAD PUDDING



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Delicious French-style apricot bread pudding that will become a family favorite.

Provided by C.Sarah

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
8 thick slices crusty French bread, quartered
⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 (16 ounce) can apricot halves in light syrup, drained, with syrup reserved
2 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) container creme fraiche
½ cup white sugar
4 large eggs
1 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  • Whisk cinnamon and brown sugar together in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Butter both sides of bread slices with softened butter. Layer in the prepared baking dish with apricot halves.
  • Combine milk, creme fraiche, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, and apricot syrup in a large bowl; whisk until combined. Pour over bread and apricots and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over top. Let stand until bread is saturated with liquid, about 20 minutes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden on top, about 30 minutes. Set on a wire rack to let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 241.4 mg, Sugar 20.1 g

APRICOT ORANGE BREAD



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This is a quick and easy recipe. It makes a delicious loaf that is both sweet and tart and has just a touch of chocolate.

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup butter or margarine, softened
½ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons milk
1 egg
1 ½ cups dried apricots, chopped
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda, set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter or margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the orange juice, milk and egg; beat well. Gradually blend in the flour mixture. Stir in the apricots, chocolate chips and walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Cool loaf in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.9 calories, Carbohydrate 54.2 g, Cholesterol 18.8 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 321.5 mg, Sugar 31.5 g

APRICOT NUT BREAD



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If you like apricots--you'll love this one.

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can apricot halves
⅓ cup shortening
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 ¾ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Drain apricots, and save syrup. Puree apricots in a food processor, adding syrup if necessary to make 1 cup.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream together shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, and beat fill fluffy. Add flour mixture alternately with apricot puree to the creamed mixture. Stir in nuts. Spread batter into a greased and floured 9 x 5 loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes. Remove from pan, and cool on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 203.5 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

ALMOND APRICOT BREAD



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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

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (7 ounces) apricots with mixed fruit baby food, divided
1 egg
3/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon milk, divided
3 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/8 teaspoons almond extract, divided
2/3 cup sliced almonds, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup diced dried apricots
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

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.

YUMMY APRICOT PECAN BREAD



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Every time I prepare this yummy bread, I always receive raves. It's perfect with coffee or as a gift, plus it's really quick and easy to prepare. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup 2% milk
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup finely chopped dried apricots
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
TOPPING:
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, beat the milk, eggs and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the cheese, apricots and pecans. Spoon into 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Freeze option: Securely wrap and freeze individual cooled loaves. To use, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APRICOT BREAD PUDDING



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Apricots and almonds always make a good pairing. Even apricots that are less than sweet will develop an intense flavor when they bake. Separating the eggs and beating the whites to a soft meringue, then folding the meringue into the bread mixture lightens the bread pudding. It will puff when it bakes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dessert

Time 3h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces stale white or whole-wheat bread, crusts removed (weigh after removing crusts)
1 cup low-fat milk (1 percent or 2 percent)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Softened butter for the baking dish
3 eggs, separated
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons mild honey, like clover
1/4 cup sugar
1 pound apricots, pitted and halved if small, quartered if large
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Cut the bread into 3/4-inch squares. Combine the milk, vanilla and almond extract and toss with the bread in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or longer.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 9-inch ceramic tart pan or 2-quart baking dish. Arrange the apricots in the dish. Remove the soaked bread from the refrigerator and beat with a whisk or an immersion blender until it becomes a mush. Beat in the egg yolks, almond flour, cinnamon and honey.
  • In a clean, dry bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment, begin beating the egg whites on low speed. Gradually add the sugar, turn up the speed to high and whip until the egg whites form a soft meringue, about 1 minute. Be careful not to overbeat, as you do not want the mixture to dry out.
  • Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the egg whites into the bread mixture. Scrape into the baking dish. Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top.
  • Bake 40 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 205, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 102 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams, TransFat 0 grams

DRIED BLUEBERRY, CRANBERRY OR APRICOT BANANA NUT BREAD



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This recipe was found in Better Homes and Gardens Cook Book. I've used it for years, adjusting it to my specific tastes. I use either dried blueberries, or cranberries. I have only once used dried apricots, diced. It's fabulous either way, any way.

Provided by Tallie in Pacific NW

Categories     Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs
5 medium bananas, mashed
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup dried blueberries, dreid cranberries or 1/2 cup dried apricot, cut into fours

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350degrees.
  • grease bottom and 1in up the sides of TWO bread 7 1/2x3 1/2x2in bread pans; set aside.
  • combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • in a medium mixing bowl, or food processor, combine eggs, bananas, sugar and butter. (I use I Can't Beleive It's Not Butter). Mix for 30 seconds.
  • fold in nuts of your choice.
  • spoon batter into prepared pans.
  • bake at 350 for 40-45minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of bread comes clean.
  • cool in pan on a wire rack for 10minutes. remove from pan. cool completely on a wire rack and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1779.5, Fat 72.3, SaturatedFat 33, Cholesterol 333.5, Sodium 990, Carbohydrate 268.3, Fiber 13.2, Sugar 137.6, Protein 27.4

APRICOT RAISIN BREAD (BREAD MACHINE)



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This is sweet and rich. Lovely toasted with a little butter! You may substitute prunes for the raisins.

Provided by najwa

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h5m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup milk
1/3 cup butter
2 eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 3/4 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons bread machine yeast
1 cup chopped dried apricot
1/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Heat cold milk for 30 seconds in the microwave; hold eggs under tap water for a minute to warm.
  • Add ingredients according to your manufacturer's directions.
  • Set Cycle: Sweet, Size, 2lb.
  • After about 5 minutes, check your dough: Add a tablespoon of water if too dry, or a tablespoon of flour if too wet, until dough is smooth.
  • Alternatively, set cycle to dough, take dough out and shape as desired.
  • I like to divide the dough in half, then divide each half into three, roll into ropes and braid, joining the dough ends together to create a braided circle.
  • Leave to rise until doubled, bake in a preheated 350 degree oven until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use ripe apricots for the best flavor. If your apricots are not ripe, you can soften them by microwaving them for a few seconds.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
  • To test if the bread is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the bread is done.
  • Let the bread cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Apricot bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With its sweet and tangy flavor, apricot bread is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give apricot bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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