Pritikin-Style Fruit Loaf Recipe

Name: Pritikin-Style Fruit Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 25 dried apricots; 10 dried figs; 10 dried prunes; 5 dried pears, halved; 2 cups water; 1 lg.; 2 sm. bananas; 1 cup wholemeal self-raising flour; 1/2 cup almond meal *; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. finely grated orange rind.

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 180C / 350F.
2
Grease a 20-cm.
3
/ 8-inch long loaf cake tin Place all of the dried fruits in saucepan with the water.
4
Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Remove 10 apricots from the pan and blend these to a puree with the cooking liquid and banana.
6
Place in a large mixing bowl.
7
Mix flour and almond meal with the fruit puree and stir in all the cooked fruits, cinnamon, and orange rind.
8
Spoon mixture into prepared cake tin and bake in oven for about 40 minutes.
9
Allow to cool before unmoulding onto a wire rack.

343

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 25 dried apricots, 10 dried figs, 10 dried prunes, 5 dried pears, halved, and more.

Yes, Pritikin-Style Fruit Loaf falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pritikin-Style Fruit Loaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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