Treacle Tea Loaf
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This treacle tea loaf is one of my favorite quick bakes because it comes together in just an hour from start to finish. The beauty of this recipe is how straightforward it is to make, with humble pantry staples that won't break the bank. I love using golden syrup and black tea as the base because they create such a wonderfully moist crumb, and the warm spices of ginger and cinnamon add real depth. Black tea is packed with antioxidants too, so you're getting a little nutritional boost with every slice. Whether you're craving something comforting on a rainy afternoon or need a simple tea time treat, this loaf never disappoints.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 15 gbaking powder
- 5 gbaking soda
- 200 gbrown sugar
- 150 ggolden syrup
- 250 mlblack tea(brewed and cooled)
- 2large eggs
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 100 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gplain flour
- 5 gground ginger
- 5 gground cinnamon
- 50 gbutter
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23x13cm loaf tin and line it with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a loaf tin that is at least 2cm deep to ensure even baking.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use a stand mixer or a wooden spoon for this step.
- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the golden syrup and black tea.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, and cinnamon.
Tip: Sift the dry ingredients to ensure they are well combined.
- 5
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula or spoon to create a decorative edge around the tin.
- 7
Bake the loaf for 40-45 minutes, or until it is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during the baking time.
- 8
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
Tip: Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9
Once the loaf is cool, slice it and serve.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious Treacle Tea Loaf!
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