Introduction
Tea loaf is a classic British cake, traditionally known as a ‘tea cake’ and is made with dried fruit and tea. It is one of the most popular cakes in the UK and is usually served with a cup of tea. This particular version of the tea loaf recipe comes from well-known British chef Jamie Oliver. It is easy to make and the result is a delicious and moist cake with a hint of tea flavour. The drier ingredients and tea infuse the cake with a unique and subtle taste that is truly delicious.
Ingredient
To make this delicious tea loaf, you will need the following ingredients: 250g of dried mixed fruit, 250g of self-raising flour, 125g of light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 2 tablespoons of black tea, 4 tablespoons of milk and 2 large eggs.
Instructions
To make the tea loaf, start by preheating your oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Grease and line a loaf tin with baking paper. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients – the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and ginger. In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, tea and eggs. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir until all of the ingredients are combined and a thick batter is formed. Add the dried fruit to the batter and stir until all of the fruit is evenly distributed.
Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 45 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Leave the tea loaf in the tin for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool. The tea loaf should be cut into thick slices and served with butter.
Nutrition
This tea loaf recipe is surprisingly healthy and provides a good balance of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. It is also low in saturated fat and is a good source of dietary fibre. Each slice of tea loaf contains approximately 150 calories and 5.5g of fat. It also contains 7.5g of carbohydrates, 2g of dietary fibre and 2.5g of protein.
Conclusion
This delicious tea loaf recipe from Jamie Oliver is sure to be a hit with the whole family. It is quick and easy to make and is full of flavour. This is a great way to enjoy a classic British cake and is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.
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