Best 6 Pecan Apricot Bread Recipes

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Pecan apricot bread is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack. With its moist, tender crumb and sweet-tart flavor, it is a classic for a reason. This guide will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the best recipes for pecan apricot bread, helping you find the perfect recipe to satisfy your taste buds. We will explore different variations, including those with additional nuts, spices, and glazes, so you can customize the bread to your liking. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to create a delicious loaf of pecan apricot bread that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

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.

CHERRY-PECAN-APRICOT BREAD



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A quick bread with cherries that's almost cake-like. Really delicious. Cooking time includes cooling time, too.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 egg, beaten
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 cup mashed drained canned apricots
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup halved maraschino cherry

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Grease a 9 X 5-inch loaf pan, line the bottom with wax paper and grease the paper.
  • Beat the butter with sugar until fluffy; blend in the egg.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together.
  • Combine the apricots, sourcream and almond extract.
  • Stir the flour mixture into the sugar mixture alternately with apricot mixture.
  • Fold in the nuts and cherries.
  • Turn into the loaf pan and bake 50 minutes or until crust springs back when lightly poked with fingertip.
  • Cool in pan on wire rack 10 minutes, turn out and cool completely.

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

PECAN APRICOT BREAD



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Pecans, apricots and bananas share the stage in this bread from Kathleen Smith. The Hayesville, Ohio baker uses allspice, cinnamon and vanilla to give the loaves comforting flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1 tablespoon buttermilk blend powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 eggs
1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
1/2 cup canola oil
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped dried apricots
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In a bowl, beat the eggs, bananas, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in apricots and pecans. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans., 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 pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APRICOT PECAN BREAD



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Really good with morning coffee.

Provided by Libby Ousley

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16) oz can apricot halves
1/3 c shortening
2 c cake flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c chopped pecans
1/2 c sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. Drain apricots, reserving liquid. press apricots through a seive. Add enough reserved liquid to make 1 cup. Set aside.
  • 2. Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift dry ingredients, and add alternately with apricots to creamed mixture. Stir just until all ingredients are moistened. Stir in pecans. Pour into a well greased 9 X 5 X 3 inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes or until tests done.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter bread, use more dried apricots and reduce the amount of pecans.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To toast the pecans, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant.
  • Be sure to grease and flour the loaf pan before adding the batter, to prevent the bread from sticking.
  • To test if the bread is done, insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, the bread is done.

Conclusion:

Pecan apricot bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is also a great way to use up any leftover dried apricots or pecans. With its sweet and nutty flavor, pecan apricot bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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