Sugar-Free Traditional Irish Barmbrack
Delight in the heartwarming tradition of Ireland with this Sugar-Free Traditional Irish Barmbrack recipe, a wholesome twist on the beloved classic tea loaf. Sweetened naturally with date paste and brimming with plump raisins, sultanas, and currants soaked in rich, strong black tea, this recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of barmbrack without refined sugar. Made with wholemeal flour, aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of milk and egg for a tender crumb, this loaf is both hearty and nourishing. Perfect as a teatime treat, it’s best served sliced, plain, or slathered with a dollop of butter for an authentic Irish experience. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, this sugar-free barmbrack bridges tradition and health, making it a must-try for your next baking project!
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Ingredients
- 250 ml Strong black tea
- 100 g Raisins
- 100 g Sultanas
- 100 g Dried currants
- 50 g Date paste
- 250 g Wholemeal flour
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 1 large Egg
- 50 ml Milk
Directions
Step 1
Brew 250ml of strong black tea and let it cool slightly.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the raisins, sultanas, and dried currants. Pour the warm tea over the dried fruits and stir in the date paste. Cover and let the mixture soak for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight if possible, so the fruits become plump and soft.
Step 3
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment paper.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, sift together the wholemeal flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
Step 5
Lightly whisk the egg and milk in a small bowl, then add them to the soaked fruit mixture. Stir well until combined.
Step 6
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Once baked, allow the barmbrack to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Slice and serve on its own, or with a spread of butter for an authentic Irish treat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (978.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2025.1 |
| Total Fat 16.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 224.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1545.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 463.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 224.1g | |
| Protein 51.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 76.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 432.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3845.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories