Fruit Loaf
Fruit Loaf
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
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In a small bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts. Toss them with a tablespoon of flour to help prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf during baking.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Gently fold in the mixed dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Once baked, remove the fruit loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Slice the fruit loaf and serve it slightly warm or at room temperature. It's perfect on its own, toasted with a dollop of butter, or paired with your favorite hot beverage.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice- Calories
- 280 kcal
- Total Fat
- 13 g
- Saturated Fat
- 6 g
- Cholesterol
- 65 mg
- Sodium
- 150 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 37 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugars
- 20 g
- Protein
- 5 g
Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet fruits and crunchy nuts in every bite of this homemade Fruit Loaf. Whether you're sharing it with friends over afternoon tea or savoring a slice for breakfast, this versatile treat is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread fill your kitchen with warmth and comfort.