APRICOT-PECAN MINI LOAVES

Apricot-Pecan Mini Loaves image

Chopped nuts and a hint of apricot make these little loaves a delightful treat. Instead of preparing two mini breads, you can bake just one loaf in a standard loaf pan. -Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons shortening
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup whole milk
1/3 cup apricot baby food with mixed fruit
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add the egg, milk and baby food. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in pecans., Transfer to two greased and floured 5-3/4x2-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to a wire rack. May be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.