Apricot Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Apricot Bread
65 min.
8
374kcal

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A Sweet and Nutty Apricot Bread Recipe You Can't Resist!

Are you a fan of the delightful, sun-drenched flavor of apricots? If so, get ready to indulge in a scrumptious, vegetarian-friendly treat that's sure to impress your taste buds and your guests. This Apricot Bread is a delightful fusion of moist, tender texture and the irresistible taste of dried apricots, all wrapped up in a loaf that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack.

With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a baking time of 55 minutes, this recipe is a breeze to whip up. It yields a generous 8 servings, making it perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying throughout the week. Each serving comes with a moderate 374 calories, ensuring you can savor this delicious bread without the guilt.

The best part? This recipe is packed with simple, accessible ingredients like snipped dried apricots, sugar, butter, and all-purpose flour, along with a few surprises that elevate this bread to a whole new level of deliciousness. The addition of orange juice not only enhances the natural flavors of the apricots but also adds a refreshing twist. And for those who love a bit of crunch, the chopped nuts sprinkled throughout the bread provide the perfect textural contrast.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious novice, this Apricot Bread is a must-try. So, grab your loaf pan, preheat your oven, and let's get baking! Your kitchen (and your mouth) will thank you.

Ingredients

  • cup apricot dried snipped
  • cups water 
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter softened
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup orange juice 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup nuts chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until combined.
  3. Drain apricots well; add to batter with nuts.
  4. Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan.
  5. Bake at 350° for 55 minutes or until bread tests done. Cool 10 minutes in pan before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories374kcal
Protein7.34%
Fat25.35%
Carbs67.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.27
Glycemic Load
39.85
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.073913019636%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
2.78mg
Naringenin
0.5mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:374.38kcal
18.72%
Fat:10.89g
16.76%
Saturated Fat:2.98g
18.64%
Carbohydrates:65.08g
21.69%
Net Carbohydrates:61.79g
22.47%
Sugar:35.69g
39.66%
Cholesterol:30.77mg
10.26%
Sodium:469.57mg
20.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.09g
14.19%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.98%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.89%
Folate:75.58µg
18.9%
Selenium:13.08µg
18.69%
Vitamin A:755.39IU
15.11%
Vitamin B3:3mg
15%
Copper:0.3mg
14.98%
Iron:2.66mg
14.8%
Vitamin C:11.84mg
14.35%
Phosphorus:143.09mg
14.31%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.82%
Fiber:3.29g
13.17%
Magnesium:46.7mg
11.67%
Potassium:359.26mg
10.26%
Calcium:90.94mg
9.09%
Zinc:0.9mg
6%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.86%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.27%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.85%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.03%
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