Carrot Apricot Swirls
Delight your taste buds with these buttery, golden-brown Carrot Apricot Swirls—a perfect blend of sweet and spiced flavors wrapped in a flaky, homemade pastry. This unique recipe combines the natural sweetness of finely grated carrots and chopped dried apricots with the warmth of honey and cinnamon, creating a luscious filling that’s as wholesome as it is indulgent. Each swirl is rolled to perfection and baked until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, then finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. With a prep time of just 45 minutes, these swirls make an excellent snack, breakfast treat, or dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting brunch or looking for a creative treat to enjoy with your coffee, Carrot Apricot Swirls are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 125 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 50 grams Sugar (for dough)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 60 milliliters Ice water
- 150 grams Carrots (finely grated)
- 100 grams Dried apricots (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 piece Egg (beaten, for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough just comes together. Do not overwork.
Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine the finely grated carrots, chopped dried apricots, honey, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator, place it on a lightly floured surface, and roll it out into a rectangle approximately 30 cm x 20 cm.
Spread the carrot and apricot filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1 cm border around the edges.
Starting from one of the longer sides, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
With a sharp knife, slice the log into 12 equal pieces, about 2 cm thick each.
Arrange the swirls on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up. Lightly brush the tops with the beaten egg.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the swirls are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your delightful Carrot Apricot Swirls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.2 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.2 g | 331% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 2566 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 372.4 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1953 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
