Whole Wheat Apricot Nut Bread

Indulge in the wholesome, naturally sweet flavors of Whole Wheat Apricot Nut Bread, a hearty and nutrient-packed loaf perfect for breakfast, snacking, or tea time. Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, this bread boasts a tender crumb while remaining rich in fiber. Sweetened naturally with honey and applesauce, it features warm hints of cinnamon and bursts of chewy chopped dried apricots balanced by the satisfying crunch of walnuts or pecans. Quick to prepare, this recipe bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, offering a delightful, homemade alternative to store-bought bread. Serve it plain, spread with butter, or toasted with your favorite jam for a cozy and nourishing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Chopped dried apricots
• 0.75 cup Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Add the honey, applesauce, milk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped dried apricots and nuts until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula if needed.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve plain, with butter, or lightly toasted with your favorite spread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1130.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2750.8

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 388.5mg	0%
Sodium 2957.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 485.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.2g	0%
Total Sugars 229.6g
Protein 75.7g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 556.8mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 3795.9mg	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: 22.7%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 66.8%