Dorset tea bread recipe

Dorset Tea Bread recipe

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Recipe intro

The Dorset tea bread recipe is a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of tea and spices with a moist and fluffy bread. This recipe is perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or as a delicious snack any time of the day. With its aromatic blend of ingredients, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and raisins, this bread is sure to satisfy your cravings. The simple preparation process makes it easy to whip up this delectable bread in no time.

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Dorset tea bread recipe details

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Ingredients

1 cup(s)	freshly brewed black tea
170 g	butter
230 g	soft brown sugar
350 g	mixed dried fruit
350 g	self-raising flour
1 tsp	ground mixed spice
1 tsp	ground cinnamon
3	eggs, beaten

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 160°C.

In a saucepan, bring to a boil the tea with butter, sugar and fruit. Over low heat simmer for approximately 15 minutes until the fruit is plump. Allow to cool slightly then stir in the flour, spices and eggs.

Spoon into a greased, 20cm cake tin. Bake for 2 hours until cooked through and a skewer, pushed into the cake, comes out clean.

Turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve with butter and jam.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 2 hrs 15 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a