Yorkshire Tea Loaf with Mixed Spice Cherries and Raisins
Savor the rich, nostalgic flavors of Yorkshire with this delightful Yorkshire Tea Loaf with Mixed Spice, Cherries, and Raisins. Infused with strong black tea, this moist, fruit-studded loaf is a comforting blend of golden raisins, dark raisins, and sweet glacé cherries, all steeped to plump perfection before being baked into a warmly spiced batter. Highlighted by fragrant mixed spice and light brown sugar, this one-bowl wonder delivers an irresistibly tender crumb perfect for any teatime spread. Simple to make and baked to golden perfection in just an hour, this loaf pairs beautifully with a smear of butter and a steaming cup of tea. Whether you're hosting a cozy gathering or indulging solo, this traditional Yorkshire treat offers timeless charm with every slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Strong black tea
- 100 g Golden raisins
- 100 g Dark raisins
- 75 g Glacé cherries
- 150 g Light brown sugar
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Mixed spice
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Brew 240ml of strong black tea and allow it to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the golden raisins, dark raisins, and chopped glacé cherries with the brewed tea. Let the mixture soak for at least 1 hour to plump up the fruits.
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) or 140°C (284°F) for fan ovens. Grease a 2lb loaf tin with unsalted butter and line it with baking parchment.
In a separate mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, mixed spice, and baking powder. Stir in the light brown sugar.
Once the tea and fruit mixture has soaked, add it to the dry ingredients. Mix well until evenly combined.
Beat the egg lightly, and then add it to the batter. Stir until incorporated. The mixture should have a thick, spoonable consistency.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve with butter, if desired. Enjoy with a cup of tea for an authentic Yorkshire experience!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.8 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1104 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 532.5 g | 194% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 343.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2207 mg | 47% | |
*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.
