Bara Brith Bread
Discover the charm of traditional Welsh baking with this easy-to-make Bara Brith Bread, a moist and fruity tea loaf steeped in history and flavor. Packed with plump mixed dried fruits soaked overnight in robust black tea, this classic recipe delivers a rich, aromatic slice with hints of warm mixed spice. The simple batter combines self-raising flour, light brown sugar, and a single egg for a tender, cake-like texture that’s baked to perfection. Serve it sliced and slathered with butter for a comforting teatime treat or enjoy it on its own as a naturally sweet snack. Whether you’re embracing Welsh heritage or just indulging in something deliciously different, this loaf is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 300 ml Strong black tea, brewed and cooled
- 300 g Mixed dried fruits (such as raisins, sultanas, and currants)
- 100 g Light brown sugar
- 225 g Self-raising flour
- 2 tsp Mixed spice
- 1 large Egg
- 0 Butter for greasing (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Place the mixed dried fruits in a large mixing bowl and pour the brewed black tea over the fruits. Stir to combine, cover the bowl, and allow the fruits to soak overnight or for at least 6 hours to plump up.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 170°C (150°C fan) or 340°F. Grease and line a 2lb (900g) loaf tin with parchment paper.
Step 3
In the bowl with the soaked fruits (including the remaining tea), add the light brown sugar and mix well until dissolved.
Step 4
Sift the self-raising flour and mixed spice into the bowl. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Step 5
Beat the egg in a small bowl, then stir it into the mixture until everything is fully incorporated. The batter should be thick but pourable.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Lightly tap the tin on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 70-75 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once cooled, slice and serve with butter or on its own. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (992.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2318.4 |
| Total Fat 16.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 229.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2004.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 499.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 296.0g | |
| Protein 37.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 280.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2808.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories