HOLIDAY APRICOT CRANBERRY BREAD

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I like to make this bread for the holidays. It's moist, delicious and makes a pretty homemade gift.-Beth Goodwin, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
1 large egg
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, process cranberries and sugar just until coarsely ground; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, salt and ginger; stir in walnuts and apricots. In another bowl, combine the egg, orange juice, water, butter, orange zest and vanilla; add cranberry mixture. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Pour into a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

Abdou Berouane
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This recipe was a fail. The bread did not rise and it was very dense.


nelson baafi
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This bread was a disappointment. It was dry and bland.


Atiya Malik
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This bread was just okay. It was a little dry and the flavors were not as pronounced as I had hoped.


Md shamsul Khan
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This bread was so easy to make and it turned out perfect! I will definitely be making this again.


Rashel cox
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This bread was a hit! It was gone in minutes.


MD. Mustakim
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This bread was delicious! The apricots and cranberries added a nice tartness, and the bread itself was very moist. I would definitely make this again.


AnS Gamer
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This bread was a bit dry, but the flavors were good. I think I would add more moisture next time, maybe some sour cream or applesauce.


Valentino Abbey
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This bread was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The apricots and cranberries were a nice touch, and the bread itself was very moist.


Anthony Sodokpo
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This was one of the best quick breads I've ever made. It was so moist and flavorful, and the apricots and cranberries added a nice tartness. I would definitely make this again!


Md Rkth
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors of the apricots and cranberries are so festive and the bread itself is so moist and delicious. It's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.


Victor Godoy
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This apricot cranberry bread was a hit at our holiday party! It was moist and flavorful, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. It was also incredibly easy to make, which was a big plus for me since I'm not a very experienced baker. I wi