Pecan Apricot Delight

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Beginner
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Moist, fruity bread studded with crunchy pecans and sweet dried apricots
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This Pecan Apricot Delight is a comforting, artisan-style loaf that balances the earthy notes of whole wheat with the bright sweetness of apricots. The dough is enriched with butter and milk powder for a tender crumb, while chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch in every bite. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, this bread pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or a cup of coffee. It’s an excellent way to use up dried fruit and makes a wonderful homemade gift. The combination of apricot nectar in the dough and diced apricots folded in creates a deep, complex flavor profile that is both nostalgic and sophisticated. Easy to make in a bread machine or by hand, this recipe yields a golden, fragrant loaf that stays fresh for days.

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Pecan Apricot Delight

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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 12 Calories: 952.2

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This Pecan Apricot Delight is a comforting, artisan-style loaf that balances the earthy notes of whole wheat with the bright sweetness of apricots. The dough is enriched with butter and milk powder for a tender crumb, while chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch in every bite. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, this bread pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or a cup of coffee. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent way to use up dried fruit and makes a wonderful homemade gift. The combination of apricot nectar in the dough and diced apricots folded in creates a deep, complex flavor profile that is both nostalgic and sophisticated. Easy to make in a bread machine or by hand, this recipe yields a golden, fragrant loaf that stays fresh for days.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine the apricot nectar, water, butter, sugar, and salt in the bread machine pan.
  2. Add the whole wheat flour, bread flour, milk powder, and yeast to the pan.
  3. Select the "Sweet Bread" cycle on your bread machine.
  4. When the machine beeps to add fruit or nuts (usually about 10-15 minutes into the kneading cycle), add the diced dried apricots and chopped pecans.
  5. Allow the machine to complete the cycle. Let the bread cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 952.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.2g45%
Saturated Fat 6.0g30%
Cholesterol 12.2mg5%
Sodium 4920.2mg206%
Total Carbohydrate 154.6g52%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g54%
Sugars 16.4g
Protein 27.5g56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If making by hand, mix wet ingredients, then dry ingredients. Knead for 10 minutes. Let rise until doubled, punch down, fold in apricots and pecans, shape into a loaf, let rise again, and bake at 350ðF (175ðC) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

For best results, ensure the apricots are finely diced so they distribute evenly and don't weigh down the dough too much.

This bread keeps well wrapped in plastic at room temperature for 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.

You can substitute almonds or walnuts for the pecans if preferred.

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