Apri-Carrot Bread

A healthy, fat free recipe with a true hearty, homemade smell that says "Good for you." The combination of an orange fruit, and orange vegetable, whole wheat flour, and a light, satisfying taste will work great for a breakfast or snack.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 16 slices

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 1  teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar
• 1⁄4 cup  orange juice
• 1  tablespoon  orange juice
• 2  egg whites
• 1  teaspoon  almond extract
• 1 1⁄4 cups  grated carrots
• 1⁄3 cup  dried apricot, chopped
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and brown sugar in large bowl. Stir to mix well. Add both 1/4 cup and 1 tablespoons orange juice, egg whites, and almond extract, stir until moistened. Fold in carrots, apricots, and walnuts (if you choose to use walnuts).
2. Evenly spread in greased loaf pan. Bake at 350 F for about 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. During baking, bread might form some opening crevices, allow for some heat ventilation inside bread. Cool completely.
3. Serve with a spread of peanut butter for some protein.