Cherry Pecan Apricot Bread

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Cherry Pecan Apricot Bread, a delightful quick bread that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon treat. This moist and tender loaf combines tangy dried cherries, sweet chopped apricots, and crunchy pecans to create a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. Made with wholesome buttermilk, a touch of vanilla, and melted butter, the batter comes together easily in just 15 minutes. Baked to golden perfection, this fruit-and-nut bread is not only visually stunning but also bursting with natural sweetness and richness. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or at room temperature, and savor the perfect blend of fruity, nutty, and buttery goodness. Ideal for gatherings or gifting, this Cherry Pecan Apricot Bread will become your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing homemade treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup dried cherries
• 0.75 cup dried apricots (chopped)
• 0.75 cup pecans (chopped)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.333 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Stir in the dried cherries, chopped apricots, and chopped pecans, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well.

Step 6

Gently stir the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1161.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3404.1

Total Fat 145.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 573.4mg	0%
Sodium 2537.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 487.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 275.6g
Protein 58.5g	0%

Vitamin D 208.9IU	0%
Calcium 548.0mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2504.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 55.8%