🍞🍞 Malt Loaf with Butter 😍
✅Ingredients:
For the Malt Loaf:* 1½ cups strong black tea, hot* 1½ cups raisins* ½ cup golden raisins or chopped dates* ½ cup brown sugar* ¼ cup malt extract* 1 large egg, beaten* 2 cups all-purpose flour* 1½ tsp baking powder* ½ tsp baking soda* ½ tsp saltFor Serving:* Softened butter, for spreading✅
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Place the raisins and golden raisins in a bowl
. Pour over the hot tea and let them soak for 15–20 minutes.
3. Stir in the brown sugar and malt extract until well combined.
4. Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the beaten egg.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the fruit mixture until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
10. For the best flavor and texture, wrap the loaf and let it rest overnight before slicing.
11. Slice generously and spread each piece with plenty of soft butter. 🧈☕