Dairy-Free Classic Fruit Loaf
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of this Dairy-Free Classic Fruit Loaf, a wholesome twist on a beloved traditional baked good. Bursting with plump, tea-soaked dried fruits and delicately spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, this loaf delivers rich, earthy flavors that pair beautifully with the subtle sweetness of light brown sugar and unsweetened applesauce. Crafted without any dairy, this recipe is perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone seeking a lighter alternative. Simple ingredients and a one-bowl preparation make it an effortless yet impressive addition to your baking repertoire. Whether served as a cozy teatime treat or a heartwarming dessert, this dairy-free fruit loaf is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a standard loaf tin with parchment paper.
In another bowl, mix together the light brown sugar, plain flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and salt.
Add the unsweetened applesauce and vanilla extract to the soaked and swollen fruit, stirring well to combine.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no traces of flour remain and the mixture is evenly combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
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.
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
Calories |
2464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.8 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2168 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 596.3 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 343.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2925 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
