A golden-brown loaf, it's surface lightly dusted with flour forming a delicate crust. Embedded apricots bursting with color, their vibrant orange hue peeping from the bread, creating a feast for the eyes.

Apricot Surprise Loaf

Name: Apricot Surprise Loaf
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 fresh apricots finely chopped; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 package bread yeast; 1 1/4 cups warm water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt

A sweet, tangy, aroma-filled bread loaf.

Category Bread

Prep 25 minutes

Cook 35 minutes

Style American

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · June 16, 2025

A little about this dish

Presenting an uncommon yet delightful pairing of fresh apricots with yeast bread to reimagine a classic American delight. This bread is perfect for an overcast day, offering a mildly sweet taste with the added zing of apricots.

Ingredients (for 4)

Fresh apricots — 8 — finely chopped
All-purpose flour — 3 cups
Granulated sugar — 1/2 cup
Bread yeast — 1 package
Warm water — 1 1/4 cups
Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Salt — 1 teaspoon

Preparation

Step 1 — 💧🍞🔬

Dissolve the bread yeast in warm water.
Step 2 — 🥣🧂🕳️

Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl, make a well in the center.
Step 3 — 💦🥣🥄

Pour the yeast solution and olive oil into the flour well. Stir to form a soft dough.
Step 4 — 🖐️🥖⏱️

Knead the dough for 10 minutes on a floured surface.
Step 5 — ⏹️🥖⏱️

Cover the dough and let it rise until it doubles in size.
Step 6 — 🍑🥖✋

Knead in chopped fresh apricots gently into the dough.
Step 7 — 🥖✊⏱️

Shape the dough into a loaf and let it rest for a second rise.
Step 8 — 🔥🍞⏱️

Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown.

A final fox tip

Make this bread more interesting by switching apricots with other seasonal fruits or try it with a mixture of dried fruits and nuts. Kids will love helping you knead the dough and mix in the fruit. This loaf is excellent when paired with a sharp-cheddar or brie cheese or served as a side with a warm, comforting soup.