HOLIDAY APRICOT CRANBERRY BREAD

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I like to make this bread for the holidays. It's moist, delicious and makes a pretty homemade gift.-Beth Goodwin, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
1 large egg
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, process cranberries and sugar just until coarsely ground; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, salt and ginger; stir in walnuts and apricots. In another bowl, combine the egg, orange juice, water, butter, orange zest and vanilla; add cranberry mixture. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Pour into a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

Mona Foster
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I'll pass.


Nyakoojo Waldo
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Meh.


Opchiku7 Opchiku7
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Not bad!


Ben Mich
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Delicious!


Waseem Khushal
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This bread was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Suma Ghosh
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This bread is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect! I love the way the apricots and cranberries add a pop of flavor.


Dynamic Beauty
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This bread is delicious! The apricots and cranberries give it a nice tartness, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this bread again.


SANDESH Khadka
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This bread was a bit dry for my taste. I think I might have over-baked it. I also found the flavor to be a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some spices or nuts next time.


Chidera Elijah
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I love this bread! It's so moist and flavorful. The apricots and cranberries add a nice touch of sweetness and tartness. I also love the glaze. It's the perfect finishing touch.


Supriya Bhattarai
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This bread is easy to make and always turns out perfect! The glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I've made this bread for Christmas morning for the past few years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Kayiira Alvin
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This bread was a bit of a disappointment. The flavor was bland, and the texture was dry. I think I might have over-mixed the batter, or maybe I didn't use enough baking powder. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I won't be making this recipe again.


Amber Carrington
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I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit! My family loves the combination of apricots and cranberries, and the glaze is a must-have. The bread is always moist and flavorful, and it's perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch.


Sajedul Sanil
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This apricot cranberry bread is a delightful holiday treat! The flavors of the dried apricots and cranberries are perfectly balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I love that it's not too sweet, and the glaze adds a nice touch of sweetness. I wi