This makes three mini loaves, which are perfect for keeping extra on hand in the freezer or to give as hostess gifts without having to bake a whole loaf.
- Portion size 6 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: March 2007
Ingredients
Method
In large measure, toss together apricots, brandy and raisins; cover and microwave on high for 1 minute or until steaming. Let cool.In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until fluffy; beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Beat in vanilla. In separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt ; stir half into batter. Stir in apricot mixture and all but 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the walnuts. Stir in remaining flour mixture until blended.
Scrape into three 5-3/4- x 3-1/4-inch (625 mL) greased foil loaf pans. Sprinkle remaining walnuts down centre of each. Bake in centre of 350°F (180°C) oven until tester inserted in centre comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let cool on rack. (Make-ahead: Remove from pans; double wrap each in foil and freeze for up to 1 month.)
Nutritional facts Per slice: about
- Sodium 180 mg
- Protein 4 g
- Calories 232.0
- Total fat 12 g
- Cholesterol 49 mg
- Saturated fat 5 g
- Total carbohydrate 30 g
%RDI
- Iron 10.0
- Folate 18.0
- Calcium 3.0
- Vitamin A 10.0
