Best 6 Apricot Pecan Eggnog Bread Recipes

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Indulge in a sweet and festive treat with our delightful apricot pecan eggnog bread recipe. This unique bread combines the warmth of eggnog with the tangy sweetness of apricots and the crunchy texture of pecans, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special weekend treat, this recipe promises a heavenly aroma that will fill your kitchen and tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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 & MACADAMIA EGGNOG BREAD



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Holidays and nut breads are made for each other. My spiced quick bread has three of the ingredients I can't resist - eggnog, apricots and macadamia nuts. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, NV

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs, room temperature
2-1/2 cups eggnog
1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots
3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
GLAZE:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons eggnog

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, 2-1/2 cups eggnog, oil, orange zest and orange juice until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in apricots and macadamia nuts., Transfer to 2 greased 9-x5-in. loaf pans. Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., For glaze, in a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and enough eggnog to reach drizzling consistency. Spoon over loaves. Freeze option: Securely wrap cooled loaves in foil, then freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APRICOT PECAN EGGNOG BREAD



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This is based on truebrit's Eggnog Bread (#103993) which is delicious. Since I'm not really a fan of raisins or cherries, I substituted dried apricots, plus I increased the amount of pecans. The original recipe calls for a regular loaf pan baked at 350F for 70 minutes. I use 3 tiny loaf pans (3in. x 5 1/2in. x 2 in.). at 325F for a about 50 minutes, and substitute Splenda for the sugar.

Provided by Fran6

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute
2 eggs
2 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup eggnog
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 (6 ounce) package dried apricots, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, Splenda and eggs.
  • Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Stir into butter mixture alternately with the eggnog.
  • Fold in apricots and pecans by hand.
  • Spoon into 3 greased tiny loaf pans.
  • Bake at 325F for 50 minute or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1036.9, Fat 52.4, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 231.6, Sodium 1226.4, Carbohydrate 126.5, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 41, Protein 22.6

APRICOT PECAN BREAD



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From the bread machine list on Yahoo. This uses both apricot nectar and dried apricots to flavor the bread.

Provided by Chilicat

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h55m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup apricot nectar
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 cups bread flour
1 1/2 tablespoons powdered milk
1 1/2 teaspoons yeast
1/2 cup dried apricot, diced
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Use Sweet bread cycle, and add apricots and pecans at 'raisin beep'.
  • Makes one 1 1/2 lb. loaf; adjust accordingly for your machine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2282.9, Fat 65.2, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 57.4, Sodium 2521.2, Carbohydrate 385.3, Fiber 33.8, Sugar 93.8, Protein 55.8

APRICOT FRUITCAKE



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This is another great fruitcake for the holidays. Originally submitted to CakeRecipe.com. Pecans can be substituted for walnuts.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup dried apricots
1 cup water
¾ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
4 eggs
1 cup golden raisins
1 pound red and green candied cherries
6 candied pineapple slices
1 pound dried mixed fruit
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup apricot nectar
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease two 9 inch tube pans.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat cook apricots in the water until they are mushy. Press them through a sieve and let them cool.
  • Separate the eggs. Beat the egg yolks until lemony colored. Then beat the egg whites until stiff peaks are formed. Set aside.
  • Cream the butter or margarine and sugar together. Add the beaten egg yolks and the apricots, and mix thoroughly.
  • Combine the raisins, candied cherries, candied pineapple, and mixed dried fruits in a bowl coated with one cup of the flour.
  • Combine the remaining flour, baking soda, and salt. Add this flour mixture alternately to the creamed mixture with the apricot juice. Blend this batter into the mixed fruits. Add the chopped pecans or walnuts and fold in the beaten egg whites. Turn the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 275 degrees F (135 degrees C) for 2 hours. Garnish cakes with candied pineapples and cherries. Makes about 24 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 145.2 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

APRICOT ORANGE CRANBERRY BREADS



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Categories     Bread     Dairy     Brunch     Bake     Cranberry     Orange     Apricot     Pecan     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 5 small loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
2 large eggs
2/3 cup fresh orange juice
2/3 cup milk
2/3 cup finely chopped dried apricots
2/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
3 cups cranberries, picked over and chopped

Steps:

  • Into a bowl sift together the flour, the baking powder, the baking soda, and the salt. In a large bowl with an electric mixer cream the butter with the sugar and beat in the zest and the eggs, 1 at a time. Beat in the orange juice and the milk and beat the mixture until it is combined well (it will appear curdled). Add the flour mixture and beat the batter until it is just combined. Stir in the apricots, the walnuts, and the cranberries, divide the batter among 5 buttered and floured loaf pans, each 5 3/4 by 3 1/4 by 2 inches, and bake the breads in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean. Remove the breads from the pans and let them cool, right sides up, on a rack. The breads keep, wrapped well in plastic wrap and foil, chilled for 1 week or frozen for 1 month.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh apricots and pecans will give your bread the best flavor. If you can't find fresh apricots, you can use dried apricots that have been soaked in warm water for 30 minutes.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the bread is cooked through.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving: This will help the bread to hold its shape and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Apricot Pecan Eggnog Bread is a delicious and festive bread that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a special breakfast treat or a dessert to serve at your next holiday party, this bread is sure to be a hit.

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