March 16, 2014
Apricot and walnut soda bread is a sweeter version of this classic Irish recipe. This quick bread is delicious breakfast for St. Patrick Day along with some green eggs and ham.
Apricot and Walnut Soda Bread
Recipe from Apples and Sparkle
2 1/2 c. (7 1/2 oz.) old-fashioned oatmeal
1 3/4 c. buttermilk
1 large egg
1 1/2 c. (6 3/4 oz.) unbleached all-purpose flour
1 c. (5 1/2 oz.) whole-wheat flour
1/2 c. (2 oz.) plain cake flour
1/4 c. (1 3/4 oz.) dark brown sugar
1 1/2 t. baking soda
1 1/2 t. cream of tartar
1 1/2 t. salt
2 T. unsalted butter, softened plus 1 T. additional butter, melted, for brushing the top of the baked bread
1/2 c. walnuts, toasted and chopped
1/2 c. dried apricots, chopped
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