Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf – Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf - Bread recipe for tea time
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Prep

20 min

Cook

65 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

6 ounces sultanas ( golden raisins )
1/4 cup crystallized candied ginger , finely chopped ( see Crystallized Candied Ginger )
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh orange zest
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/4 cup chopped candied mango
1/2 cup chopped pineapple ( fresh or canned )
1 tablespoon finely ground darjeeling tea leaves ( or 3 tea bags of your choice )
3/4 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large egg , beaten
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
250
Sugar
28g
Fat
6g
The Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf - Bread is a modern twist on the classic English tea bread. This bread is loaded with sultanas, candied fruit, and flavored with aromatic Darjeeling tea leaves. It is perfect for serving at afternoon tea, breakfast, or as a snack. This bread is easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone in the family.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 8.5x4.5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the sultanas, crystallized candied ginger, lemon zest, orange zest, chopped candied mango and chopped pineapple. Set aside.
3.In a cup, steep the Darjeeling tea leaves (or tea bags) in boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes.
4.Strain the tea and then add lemon juice and cooking oil to it. Mix well.
5.In another mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg, flour, salt and baking soda.
6.Add the dry ingredients mixture to the sultana mixture and stir to combine.
7.Gradually add the tea mixture, stirring until the mixture is wet but not sloshy.
8.Pour this mixture into your prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes until browned and cooked through.
9.Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer the loaf onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

PROS

The Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf – Bread is a delicious twist to the classic English tea bread.

The combination of sultanas, candied fruit and aromatic Darjeeling tea creates a unique flavor and texture that is difficult to resist.

Served with a hot cup of tea, this bread makes for the perfect afternoon snack.

CONS

The Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf – Bread is high in sugar and calories, and thus it should be consumed in moderation.

If you have a sweet tooth, you may find yourself wanting to eat more than one slice of this bread at a time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf – Bread contains fruits and tea which have numerous health benefits.
Sultanas are a good source of iron and fiber, while candied fruits contain calcium and antioxidants.
Darjeeling tea contains antioxidants that reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s.
This bread is also high in carbohydrates which provide the body with energy.

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