Dairy-Free Classic Fruit Loaf
This Dairy-Free Classic Fruit Loaf is a timeless treat reimagined for those avoiding dairy, without sacrificing flavor or texture. Bursting with plump, tea-soaked dried fruits and delicately spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, this moist and aromatic loaf is the perfect pairing for your afternoon tea or coffee. Sweetened naturally with light brown sugar and enriched with unsweetened applesauce, it offers a wholesome alternative to traditional recipes. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an hour in the oven, this easy-to-make fruit loaf is ideal for both everyday indulgence and special occasions. Enjoy a slice of comforting nostalgia wrapped in this dairy-free, vegan-friendly delight—perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
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Ingredients
- 300 g mixed dried fruit
- 250 ml strong black tea
- 150 g light brown sugar
- 250 g plain flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp ground allspice
- 125 g unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Place the mixed dried fruit in a large bowl and pour over the strong black tea. Leave it to soak for at least 1 hour, or overnight, allowing the fruit to plump up.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a standard loaf tin with parchment paper.
Step 3
In another bowl, mix together the light brown sugar, plain flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and salt.
Step 4
Add the unsweetened applesauce and vanilla extract to the soaked and swollen fruit, stirring well to combine.
Step 5
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no traces of flour remain and the mixture is evenly combined.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the fruit loaf to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes, then lift it out and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once cooled, slice and serve your dairy-free classic fruit loaf as a delightful treat with a cup of your favorite tea or coffee. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1100.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2464.0 |
| Total Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2168.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 596.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 343.1g | |
| Protein 33.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 324.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2924.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories