Yummy Apricot Pecan Bread |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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âEvery time I prepare this yummy bread, I always receive raves. Itâs perfect with coffee or as a gift, plus itâs really quick and easy to prepare.â âJoan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas Ingredients:
2-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
3/4 cup sugar |
2 teaspoons baking soda |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1 cup 2% milk |
2 eggs |
1/3 cup butter, melted |
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1 cup finely chopped dried apricots |
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans |
topping: |
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar |
1 tablespoon butter |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, beat the milk, eggs and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the cheese, apricots and pecans. Spoon into two greased 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pans. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter.
2. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Yield: 2 loaves.
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