Maple Tea Loaf
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Maple Tea Loaf has become one of my favorite quick breads to make on busy weekends. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes, making it perfect when you want homemade goodness without spending hours in the kitchen. I love how the subtle green tea pairs with warm maple syrup and cinnamon, creating this cozy, sophisticated flavor that feels fancy but tastes wonderfully comforting. Green tea brings a lovely boost of antioxidants too, which makes me feel a bit better about enjoying a generous slice with my morning coffee. The recipe is super straightforward and uses ingredients you probably already have at home, so there's no need for a special trip to the store.
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Ingredients
- 200all-purpose flour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 50 gmaple syrup
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 100 gplain yogurt
- 1 ggreen tea leaves(use strong brewed tea for better flavor)
- 5 gcinnamon powder
- 50 gchopped walnuts(optional)
- 20 gdark brown sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon powder.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for even distribution.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use room temperature butter for better mixing.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl for even incorporation.
- 5
Stir in the maple syrup, yogurt, and brewed tea.
Tip: Use strong brewed tea for better flavor.
- 6
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 7
Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
Tip: Gently fold in the walnuts to avoid crushing them.
- 8
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure to get the batter into all corners of the pan.
- 9
Bake for 30 minutes, then reduce the heat to 160°C (320°F) and continue baking for another 15 minutes.
Tip: Check the loaf for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, it's done.
- 10
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Tip: Don't rush the cooling process; it helps the loaf retain its moisture.
- 11
Transfer the loaf to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Tip: Let the loaf cool completely to ensure it sets properly.
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