Cranberry Apricot Loaf (A Keks Recipe) Recipe
This Cranberry Apricot Loaf is a delightful treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the chewy texture of dried apricots. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or as a snack with your favorite hot beverage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Loaf:
- 1 1/2 cups plain kefir
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 stick (8 Tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 Tbsp extra light olive oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose unbleached flour
- 1 tsp clementine or orange zest
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (craisins)
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter and flour a bread loaf pan.
- Prepare Kefir Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups kefir and 1 tsp baking soda. Let it sit for 20 minutes.
- Prepare Fruits: Chop dried apricots and cover both apricots and craisins with boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain well.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale. Add melted butter, olive oil, and vanilla. Stir to combine.
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk in the kefir mixture, then mix in flour until well blended.
- Add Fruits: Fold in craisins, apricots, and zest.
- Bake: Transfer batter to the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes at 350°F. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool and Serve: Let the loaf cool in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute dried cranberries and apricots with other dried fruits like raisins or cherries.
- For a nutty texture, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- This loaf can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Cranberry Apricot Loaf, Kefir Bread, Fruit Loaf Recipe
