Bishop’s Bread

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 5

Traditional Bishop's Bread recipe with mixed fruit and butter

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

327

Sugar

19g

Fat

13g

Bishop's Bread is a traditional fruit bread that has been around for centuries. It is said to have originated in Switzerland and was made by bishops as a way to use up leftover ingredients. It is also sometimes called Bishop's Cake or Spotted Dick depending on the region or country. The bread is typically made with mixed fruit, self raising flour, butter, sugar and eggs. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch or as a snack. The bread has a soft and moist texture with a sweet and fruity flavor. It can also be served as a dessert with custard or ice cream.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4.
2.	Grease a 7.5 inch x 4 inch/19cm x 10cm loaf tin.
3.	In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until smooth.
4.	Add the eggs, warm milk, self raising flour and mixed fruit. Mix until well combined.
5.	Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
6.	Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the bread comes out clean.
7.	Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Bishop’s Bread is a soft and moist bread with a fruity flavor.
It is quick and easy to make, requiring only a few basic ingredients.

It is perfect for breakfast, brunch or as a snack.
It can also be served with butter and jam or as a dessert with custard or ice cream.

It can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

CONS

This bread is high in sugar and can be unhealthy if eaten in large amounts.
It is not suitable for people with diabetes or on a low sugar diet.

It may not be suitable for people with fruit allergies or a dislike of mixed fruit.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mixed fruit is a good source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. It can help to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and some cancers.
The butter and milk in this bread provide some calcium and fat which are necessary for healthy bones and energy production.

	2 ounces butter
	2 eggs
	1/2 cup milk , lukewarm
	4 ounces sugar
	5 ounces self rising flour
	1 cup mixed fruit