Hovis (Malted Brown Bread)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11

Healthy and Delicious Malted Brown Bread recipe for Breakfast or Snack

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 ounces self rising flour
	2 tablespoons malt drink powder ( such as horlicks or similar )
	1 ounce soft light brown sugar or 1 ounce caster sugar
	3 ounces sultanas or 3 ounces mixed dried fruit
	2 tablespoons golden syrup
	5 fluid ounces milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

172

Sugar

12g

Fat

Hovis (Malted Brown Bread) is a popular bread in the UK that has been around for over 100 years. This recipe is a healthier version of the traditional Hovis bread, which is made with white flour and malt extract. The addition of malt drink powder and dried fruit provides extra flavor and nutrition, making it a great choice for breakfast or as a snack. This brown bread is best served warm, with a dollop of butter or jam on top.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	In a bowl, mix the flour, malt drink powder, and sugar together.
3.	Add the dried fruit and stir to combine.
4.	Mix the golden syrup and milk together in a saucepan and heat gently until the syrup is dissolved.
5.	Pour the warm milk mixture into the bowl with the flour mixture and stir until combined.
6.	Grease and dust a loaf tin with flour and spoon the mixture into it.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

PROS

This Malted Brown Bread is a healthy alternative to white bread.

The addition of malt drink powder and dried fruit provides extra flavor and nutrition.

CONS

This bread is high in carbohydrates and sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Malted Brown Bread is a good source of fiber, which is important for digestive health.
The addition of dried fruit provides vitamins and minerals, such as iron and potassium, that can help to support overall health.