MY GRANDMOTHER'S FAT FREE ENGLISH TEA LOAF - BREAD
This is my grandmother's recipe which I have adapted slightly - my Mum also makes this regularly! There is no fat, butter or oil in this lovely, moist Tea Bread, making it a treat that can be enjoyed on a regular basis. Feel free to use your favourite tea, I often make this with Earl Grey and Lapsang Souchong. Also make sure that the fruit soaks for at least 12 hours - that's what plumps up the fruit and keeps this Tea Bread so moist. I have never felt the need to add spices, the taste of the tea and the fruit is tasty enough. This makes two loaves - they keep well in a tin or can be frozen with great success.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Quick Breads
Time 13h
Yield 2 tea Loaves, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- You will need two 1 lb (450 g) loaf tins (6 x 4 x 2 1/2 inches), the bases lined with greaseproof paper (parchment).
- The evening before you want to bake these loaves, place all the fruits, including the candied peel, in a bowl, then dissolve the sugar in the hot tea, pour this over the fruits, cover the bowl and leave it overnight.
- Pre-heat the oven to gas mark 3, 325°F/170°C.
- Beat the egg and add the milk.
- Add the beaten egg & milk mixture to the bowl containing the fruits. Then sift in the flour, and mix them together well.
- Now divide the mixture between the prepared loaf tins and bake them in the centre of the oven for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours, or until they feel springy in the centre.
- Then straight away, loosen them with a palette knife and turn them out on to a wire rack to cool.
- Store in an airtight tin or cover with extra greaseproof paper and freeze. (For up to 3 months).
- These are great sliced, toasted and served with butter as a tea-time snack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.7, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 507.9, Carbohydrate 104, Fiber 4, Sugar 66.3, Protein 6.4
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Legendff God
[email protected]I made this tea loaf for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a quick and easy snack.
Shanzay cheema
[email protected]This is the best tea loaf recipe I've ever tried. It's so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.
Lirije Zeqiri
[email protected]This tea loaf is a great way to use up leftover tea. I'm glad I found this recipe.
Abdi Mohammed
[email protected]I'm going to try making this tea loaf with different types of tea. I think it would be interesting to experiment with different flavors.
Marvellous Ukoh
[email protected]This tea loaf is the perfect afternoon snack or breakfast treat.
Hamza Sohail
[email protected]I love the subtle sweetness and the hint of cinnamon in this tea loaf.
Ali Green
[email protected]This tea loaf is so easy to make. I can have it ready in under an hour.
Tom Wilkinson
[email protected]I love how moist and flavorful this tea loaf is. It's the perfect comfort food.
Ryder Lambert
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for tea loaf. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Sila Thap
[email protected]I made this tea loaf for a bake sale and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
melissa kuit
[email protected]This tea loaf is the perfect way to use up leftover tea. It's a great way to reduce food waste.
Kenley Thiersaint
[email protected]I love the addition of raisins and walnuts in this recipe. They add a nice texture and flavor to the loaf.
Mohan Bk
[email protected]This tea loaf is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Namita Magar
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the loaf turned out perfectly. It's a great recipe for beginner bakers.
Mr RHMAN,AK
[email protected]This is the best tea loaf I've ever had! It's so moist and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Dark Sky
[email protected]This tea loaf is incredibly moist and flavorful. I love the subtle sweetness and the hint of cinnamon. It's the perfect afternoon snack or breakfast treat.