No Knead Fruit & Nut Bread

Dry Fruits Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mashed bananas
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped dates
• 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the mashed bananas, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
6. Stir in the walnuts, dates, and dried apricots.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

How to Prepare:

This delicious dry fruits bread is easy to prepare. Follow these simple steps to enjoy a homemade treat:

1. Preheat your oven and gather all the necessary ingredients.
2. Measure and chop the walnuts, dates, and dried apricots.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients - flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the mashed bananas.
7. Stir in the chopped walnuts, dates, and dried apricots.
8. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, slice and serve.

Preparation Time:

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Servings:

Serves: 8

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 320
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 5g

Tips:

• This recipe can be easily customized to include your favorite dried fruits and nuts.
• For a healthier version, you can substitute some of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
• Feel free to add additional spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
• This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
• Enjoy a slice of this delicious bread on its own or toast it and spread some butter for a tasty snack.

FAQs:

Can I freeze this bread?
Yes, this bread freezes well. Slice it before freezing for easy portioning.

Can I substitute the butter with oil?
Yes, you can use an equal amount of vegetable oil instead of butter.

Can I use fresh fruit instead of dried fruit?
While this recipe specifically calls for dried fruits, you can experiment with fresh fruits as well. Just be mindful of the texture and adjust the moisture content accordingly.

No Knead Fruit & Nut Bread

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