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A Delicious Dried Fruit Loaf Cake Recipe

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Ingredients

This recipe makes a deliciously moist and fruity loaf cake that is perfect for teatime. It is easy to make and uses simple ingredients that you are likely to have in the pantry. To make this cake you will need:

  • 2 cups of plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons of baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 2/3 cup of light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup of melted butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup of milk
  • 1/2 cup of currants
  • 1/2 cup of sultanas
  • 1/2 cup of chopped dried apricots
  • 1/2 cup of chopped dried figs

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 5 inch (23 x 13 cm) loaf tin and line it with parchment paper. Sift the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and salt into a large bowl. Add the sugar and mix together.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs and milk. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix together until just combined. Do not over-mix.

Stir in the currants, sultanas, apricots and figs. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.

Leave the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious dried fruit loaf cake!

Nutrition

This delicious dried fruit loaf cake is a great treat for teatime, or for a snack. It has a wonderful texture and is packed full of delicious dried fruit. Each slice contains the following nutritional information:

  • Calories: 220
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fibre: 1g
  • Sugar: 16g

This cake is a great way to get some of your daily vitamins and minerals, including calcium and iron. The dried fruits also contain antioxidants, which can help protect your body from disease. It is also a great source of fibre and is low in fat, making it a healthy treat.

Of course, everything should be enjoyed in moderation, and this cake is no exception. Enjoy a slice of this delicious dried fruit loaf cake and savour the delicious flavour and texture. It is sure to be a hit with the whole family.


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