How to Make Apricot Cheese Loaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Apricot Cheese Loaf is a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of apricots with the creamy richness of cheese. This easy-to-make loaf is perfect for serving at brunch, as a tasty addition to a afternoon tea, or as a delicious dessert. The combination of flavors and textures in this recipe makes it a versatile and satisfying option for any occasion.

Made with simple ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store, this apricot cheese loaf is a great way to use up leftover...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons margarine
  • ½ cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 -9x5 inch loaf

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
  • Pour boiling water over apricot pieces in a small bowl. Cool.
  • In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, soda, salt, and dates.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter or margarine, cream cheese, and sugar. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until smooth. Stir in cooled apricots and water. Pour in flour mixture, and stir until moistened. Turn batter into greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until it tests done. Let stand 10 minutes. Remove from pan to rack. Cool.
  • Nutrition

    271 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 304mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 253mg