Gluten Free Steamed Apricot Bread

Discover the cozy indulgence of Gluten-Free Steamed Apricot Bread, a tender, moist loaf bursting with the natural sweetness of dried apricots and the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. This unique recipe swaps traditional baking for an aromatic steaming method, creating a luscious texture that’s perfect for anyone avoiding gluten. Sweetened with brown sugar and applesauce and optionally studded with crunchy walnuts or pecans, this bread is a wholesome treat for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert. Simple to prepare and gluten-free, this steamed bread will quickly become a go-to for anyone seeking a healthier, flavorful twist on classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:115 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried apricots
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the dried apricots in a bowl and pour 1 cup of boiling water over them. Let them soak for 15 minutes, then drain and chop into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk or hand mixer to beat until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped apricots and chopped nuts (if using) to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

Grease a 6-cup capacity heatproof pudding mold or loaf pan. Pour the batter into the prepared mold and cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 7

Fill a large pot with 2 inches of water and place a steaming rack or trivet inside. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Carefully place the covered mold on the steaming rack. Cover the pot with a lid, ensuring it fits tightly to trap steam.

Step 9

Steam the bread for 90 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure the water level does not drop too low. Add more boiling water as needed.

Step 10

After 90 minutes, carefully remove the mold from the pot using oven mitts. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1870.8

Total Fat 52.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2620.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 340.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 154.5g
Protein 30.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 276.8mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1499.4mg	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: 24.1%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 69.8%