October 07, 2009
Note: The version of this recipe that ran in the Sept. 23 issue of Taste listed an ingredient incorrectly. This is the corrected version (and includes new nutritional analysis). The Sun regrets the error.
Makes: 1 loaf (serves 10)
3
cups biscuit mix (i.e.: Bisquick)
1
cup sugar
1/2
cup wheat germ
1 1/2
cups orange juice
3
tablespoons vegetable oil
1
egg
1
tablespoon grated orange zest
1
cup (6 ounces) chocolate chips
1/4
cup raisins
1/4
cup halved dried cherries
1/4
cup chopped walnuts
Measure biscuit mix, sugar, wheat germ into medium bowl and stir well to blend. In another small bowl, combine orange juice, oil, egg and orange zest and mix well. Add liquid ingredients to blended dry ingredients all at once. Stir just to moisten. Stir in chocolate chips, raisins, cherries and walnuts. Pour into oiled, parchment paper-lined 9" x 5" x 3" loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 55 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on rack for 10 minutes and remove from pan.
Nutrition information
Per serving: 409 calories, 13 grams fat, 4 grams saturated fat, 9 grams protein, 68 grams carbohydrate, 5 grams fiber, 28 milligrams cholesterol, 377 milligrams sodium