Toffee Fruit Loaf
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Moist and flavorful, this fruit loaf combines the richness of toffee with the natural sweetness of fruit.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 150unsalted butter, softened
- 3large eggs
- 100fruit jam
- 100toffee bits
- 120dried fruit (cranberries, raisins)
- 10baking powder
- 5salt
- 150milk
- 50melted chocolate
- 50golden syrup
- 20butter, for greasing
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf tin and line with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Use a digital scale to ensure accuracy.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for best results.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by melted chocolate and golden syrup.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and fruit jam.
Tip: Use a whisk or a spatula for best results.
- 6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 7
Fold in toffee bits, dried fruit, and any remaining fruit jam.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula for best results.
- 8
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula for best results.
- 9
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check the loaf after 35 minutes.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tip: Let the loaf cool completely before slicing.
- 11
Once cooled, slice and serve.
Tip: Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream.
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