For a richer flavor, consider toasting the chopped rosemary lightly in a dry pan before adding it to the bread machine. If you prefer a softer crust, brush the top of the loaf with melted butter or olive oil immediately after removing it from the bread machine. Feel free to experiment with other dried fruits like cranberries or cherries in place of apricots. You can also add a touch of orange zest for brightness.
Rosemary and Apricot French Loaf
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME3 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 50 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS13
Elevate your bread-baking game with this surprisingly simple yet sophisticated French loaf. The sweet and savory combination of apricots and rosemary creates a delightful flavor profile that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate34 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium294 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
1 mins
Begin by adding the water, olive oil, and salt to your bread machine pan. (1 minute)
02
Step
1 mins
Distribute one-third of the quartered dried apricots over the liquid mixture. (1 minute)
03
Step
2 mins
Add 2 cups of bread flour, followed by another layer of apricots. (2 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
Pour the remaining 2 cups of bread flour on top, and then the rest of the apricots. This layering technique aids in even distribution, especially in bread machines with less powerful mixing capabilities. (2 minutes)
05
Step
1 mins
Add the chopped fresh rosemary and brown sugar. (1 minute)
06
Step
1 mins
Sprinkle the bread machine yeast over the flour. (1 minute)
07
Step
1 mins
Select the French loaf cycle on your bread machine and set the loaf size to 2 pounds. Start the machine. (1 minute)
08
Step
3 hrs 30 mins
Allow the bread machine to complete its cycle, which typically takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes. (210 minutes)
09
Step
5 mins
Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the Rosemary and Apricot French Loaf from the bread machine. Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. (5 minutes)
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Rowland Swift
Jun 14, 2025Easy to follow and the results are amazing. Will definitely be making this again!
Jaylan Fay
Jun 13, 2025The combination of rosemary and apricot is surprisingly delicious. My family devoured it in one sitting!
Quinten Hermistonjerde
Jun 11, 2025This recipe is a game changer! I never thought I could make such a fancy-tasting bread at home.
Estella Weissnat
Jun 7, 2025I added a bit of orange zest and it was fantastic! Thanks for the great recipe.
Nathaniel Abernathy
May 19, 2025I followed the recipe exactly, and it came out perfectly. The layering tip for the apricots is genius.