Whole Wheat Apricot Nut Bread
Indulge in the wholesome, naturally sweet flavors of Whole Wheat Apricot Nut Bread, a hearty and nutrient-packed loaf perfect for breakfast, snacking, or tea time. Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, this bread boasts a tender crumb while remaining rich in fiber. Sweetened naturally with honey and applesauce, it features warm hints of cinnamon and bursts of chewy chopped dried apricots balanced by the satisfying crunch of walnuts or pecans. Quick to prepare, this recipe bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, offering a delightful, homemade alternative to store-bought bread. Serve it plain, spread with butter, or toasted with your favorite jam for a cozy and nourishing treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped dried apricots
- 0.75 cup Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Add the honey, applesauce, milk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
Fold in the chopped dried apricots and nuts until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve plain, with butter, or lightly toasted with your favorite spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2751 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.3 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 2958 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 485.0 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.2 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 229.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.7 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 3796 mg | 81% | |
*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.
