FRUIT 'N' NUT MINI LOAVES

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"My family really enjoys these pretty mini loaves - every slice is loaded with fruit and nuts," jots Judi Oudekerk from Buffalo, Minnesota. "You can substitute dates for the dried apricots for a change of pace...or use red and green maraschino cherries at Christmas for added color."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 mini loaves (6 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound dried apricots or dates, halved
16 ounces Brazil nuts
1 cup pecan halves
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained
5 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Stir in the apricots, nuts and cherries. Beat eggs and vanilla; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Spoon into eight greased and floured 4-1/2x2-1/2x1-1/2-in. loaf pans (pans will be full). , Bake at 325° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from the pans to wire racks. Cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

idrees awan
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These mini loaves are a great way to use up leftover fruit and nuts.


Andrea Flores
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I love that these mini loaves can be customized to your own taste. You can add any kind of fruit or nuts that you like.


Todd Barrone
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These mini loaves are a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. I like to make a batch on the weekend and then I have them ready to go all week.


Ogundare Semilore
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I've tried several recipes for fruit and nut mini loaves, but this one is by far the best. The loaves are moist and flavorful, and the fruit and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


sassy treasure
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These mini loaves are a great way to get your kids to eat fruit and nuts.


Rickey Oestreich
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I love how easy these mini loaves are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time.


Lesley Mamakoko
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These mini loaves are so cute and festive. I made them for a party and they were a big hit.


Ayaz Ayaz
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I made these mini loaves for my kids and they loved them. They're the perfect size for little hands.


Kiran Hashim
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These mini loaves are the perfect size for a small snack or dessert.


ItIris
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I've made these mini loaves several times now and they're always a hit. They're so moist and flavorful.


Cynthia Williams
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These mini loaves are a great way to use up leftover fruit and nuts.


Natasha Adams
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I'm not much of a baker, but these mini loaves were so easy to make. Even I could do it!


Lisa Ann
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These mini loaves are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're also great for packing in lunches.


Kasam Ali
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I made these mini loaves for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and I sold out of them in no time.


Tamaam Suud
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Delicious!


Zuki Yanta
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These mini loaves are so easy to make and they always come out perfect. I love how versatile they are - I can add whatever fruit and nuts I have on hand.


Jewelz Thomas
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Followed the recipe exactly and they turned out great! My family loved them.


Maridza Colon
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These mini loaves were a hit at my last potluck! I made a few batches to share, and everyone loved them. They're so moist and flavorful, and the fruit and nuts add a nice touch of texture and sweetness. Will definitely be making these again!