Aunt Margaret’s “Turnberry” Fruit Loaf

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 17

Aunt Margaret's Turnberry Fruit Loaf, a classic sweet treat for any occasion

by The Chefin Baking

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

315

Sugar

29g

Fat

10g

Aunt Margaret's Turnberry Fruit Loaf is a classic cake recipe that has been passed down through generations. It is named after the Turnberry Hotel in Scotland, where it was a popular dessert item served to guests. The cake is simple to make, and is perfect for an afternoon snack, or as a dessert after dinner. The texture is soft and moist, and the mix of sultanas and mixed spice gives the cake a warm, fruity flavor that will leave you craving more.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C for fan ovens).
2.	Grease and line a loaf tin.
3.	Melt the margarine, sugar, milk and sultanas in a pan; bring to the boil and let it simmer for five minutes.
4.	Sieve the self rising flour, baking soda and mixed spice together in a large bowl.
5.	Add the lightly beaten egg to the flour mixture and then add the fruit mixture.
6.	Mix well and pour into the prepared tin.
7.	Bake for 1 hour.
8.	Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 20 minutes before transferring onto a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Aunt Margaret’s Turnberry Fruit Loaf is a delicious, classic fruit cake that is perfect for any occasion.

It is simple to make and has a great texture and taste.
It is also very affordable, as the ingredients are easy to find in any grocery store.

CONS

The cake may be a bit dry if it is overcooked, so it is important to keep an eye on it while it is baking.
The recipe also contains a fair amount of sugar and fat, so it is best eaten in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Aunt Margaret’s Turnberry Fruit Loaf is not the healthiest snack option out there, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
The sultanas included in the recipe are a good source of fiber and potassium, which can help keep your heart healthy. The cake also contains a moderate amount of protein and vitamin C, which can both help support your immune system.

	3 ounces margarine
	1 cup white sugar
	1 cup unskimmed milk
	1 1/2 cups sultanas
	2 cups self rising flour
	1/2 teaspoon baking soda
	1 teaspoon mixed spice
	1 egg