Best 6 Apricot Oat Bread Recipes

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Apricot Oat Bread: A Delightful Fusion of Fruity Sweetness and Wholesome Grains

Indulge in the delectable Apricot Oat Bread, where the perfect balance of flavors and textures captivates your taste buds. This delightful quick bread combines the fruity sweetness of dried apricots with the wholesome goodness of oats, resulting in a moist, tender crumb that is sure to satisfy. With three variations included – Classic Apricot Oat Bread, Apricot Streusel Oat Bread, and Apricot Cream Cheese Oat Bread – this recipe offers a range of options to suit every palate. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the classic version, the added crunch of streusel topping, or the indulgent creaminess of cream cheese filling, these variations promise a delightful experience with every slice. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the harmonious blend of fruit, oats, and spices, culminating in an irresistible homemade treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

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

APRICOT BREAD



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This is my most asked-for recipe. I've used it for many years, which is obvious from my recipe card that's yellowed and full of stains. The fruity appearance and taste of this easy-to-make bread blend beautifully with our warm Florida sunshine. It's always a hit whenever I serve it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup snipped dried apricots
2 cups warm water
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 large egg
3/4 cup orange juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HOMEMADE EASY APRICOT BREAD



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Apricot Bread made from scratch with fresh apricots and drizzled with glaze. This is a soft, sweet, quick bread recipe that is great for breakfast or as an afternoon snack cake with coffee. Easy to make and so delicious!

Provided by Rosemary Molloy

Categories     Breakfast     Dessert     Snack

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 cup milk (2% or whole milk / room temperature)
⅓ cup butter (melted and cooled) or you can use vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1-1¼ cups chopped apricots
⅓ cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Grease and flour a 9 inch (23 cm) loaf pan.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together the sugars, flour, baking powder and salt
  • In a large bowl beat the egg, milk, butter and vanilla until smooth and combined (1 minute). Add the flour and stir 4-5 times add the chopped apricot and chopped almonds and stir just to combine. It should be lumpy but all the flour is incorporated. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, sprinkle with sugar if desired (I used demerara sugar), bake for approximately 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in pan then move to a wire rack or plate. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2792 kcal, Carbohydrate 443 g, Protein 51 g, Fat 95 g, SaturatedFat 47 g, TransFat 3 g, Cholesterol 378 mg, Sodium 1276 mg, Fiber 15 g, Sugar 239 g, UnsaturatedFat 40 g, ServingSize 1 serving

APRICOT CARROT BREAD



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Make and share this Apricot Carrot Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup natural bran
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup honey
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 cup shredded carrot
1 lemon, zest of
1/3 cup dried apricot, diced small
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/3 cup golden raisin

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, & butter a 9 inch loaf pan.
  • In bowl, whisk & mix together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg & ginger, then whisk in bran.
  • In large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, honey, buttermilk & eggs, until well blended.
  • Add carrots, zest & apricots, & stir until well blended.
  • Add flour mixture, seeds & raisins, & blend until all the flour is just moistened. DO NOT OVERBEAT.
  • Pour into buttered pan.
  • Bake 40-50 minutes or until toothpick in the middle comes out clean.
  • Remove pan from oven & let cool 10 minutes on wire rack.
  • Remove loaf from pan & let cool completely on wire rack.

ALMOND APRICOT BREAD



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My mother, who is a big apricot and almond fan, inspired me to create this recipe. The teachers at our children's school look forward to me making these pretty loaves each Christmas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (7 ounces) apricots with mixed fruit baby food, divided
1 egg
3/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon milk, divided
3 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/8 teaspoons almond extract, divided
2/3 cup sliced almonds, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup diced dried apricots
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking powder and salt. Set aside 1 tablespoon baby food for glaze. In another bowl, beat the egg, 3/4 cup milk, oil, 1 teaspoon almond extract and remaining baby food. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in almonds and apricots. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , For glaze, combine the confectioners' sugar, reserved baby food, and remaining milk and extract until smooth. Drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APRICOT NUT BREAD



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Another favorite quick bread that my mom made when I was a child. I often make small tins of my apricot nut bread, pumpkin bread, and cranberry bread to give as teacher gifts, along with the recipe for each, during the holidays.

Provided by Caryn

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 7x3x2-inch loaf pans

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup orange juice
1 egg, beaten
1 cup nuts, chopped
1 cup dried apricot, chopped
orange rind, grated,to taste

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook the apricots in water until soft; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Generously grease and lightly flour two 7x3x2-inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
  • Stir in butter, milk, orange juice, and egg; mix well.
  • Fold in dried apricots, nuts, and orange peel.
  • Spoon into prepared pans.
  • Bake 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool on rack 15 minutes.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Cool completely.

APRICOT OAT SODA BREAD



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Make and share this Apricot Oat Soda Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (370 ml) can carnation evaporated skim milk, fat-free
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 1/2 cups large flake oats
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 cups Robin Hood Nutri Flour Blend
3 tablespoons brown sugar, light
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried apricot, chopped
2 tablespoons large flake oats
1 teaspoon Robin Hood Nutri Flour Blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • BREAD: In a medium bowl, mix evaporated milk and lemon juice. Mix in oats and oil; let stand for 5 minutes. In a separate large bowl, blend flour sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt until well combined. Make a well in dry ingredients.
  • Add wet ingredients and apricots to dry ingredients and stir. Knead gently using floured hands until no dry patches remain (dough will be sticky).
  • Transfer dough to baking sheet and pat into a 1-inch thick oval. Score with a large "x" about 1/4-inch deep using a sharp knife.
  • TOPPING: Gently press additional oats into crust; dust with flour. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted in center comes our clean.
  • Transfer to rack and cool before slicing.
  • TIP: Substitute any of your favorite dried fruit like cranberries or raisins to personalize you bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.4, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 1.3, Sodium 437.2, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 13, Protein 6.4

Tips:

  • Use ripe apricots for the best flavor. If your apricots are not ripe, you can ripen them by placing them in a paper bag with a banana for a few days.
  • To easily peel the apricots, score a shallow X on the bottom of each apricot and then place them in a bowl of boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove the apricots from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water. The skins will then slip right off.
  • If you don't have any dried apricots, you can use 1 cup of chopped fresh apricots instead. Just be sure to reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe by 1/4 cup.
  • This bread is also delicious made with other dried fruits, such as raisins, cranberries, or cherries.
  • To make a gluten-free version of this bread, use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.

Conclusion:

This apricot oat bread is a delicious and easy-to-make snack or breakfast bread. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a slightly sweet and tart taste from the apricots. The oats add a chewy texture and a boost of fiber. This bread is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium. If you're looking for a healthy and delicious bread recipe, this apricot oat bread is a great choice.

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