Bara Brith Bliss

Bara Brith, which means "speckled bread" in Welsh, is a traditional fruit loaf that is perfect for teatime or as a sweet treat. This recipe for Bara Brith Bliss will guide you through making this delightful Welsh classic.

Bara Brith Bliss

Ingredients

  • 450g mixed dried fruit
  • 300ml hot black tea
  • 225g self-raising flour
  • 175g light brown sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp mixed spice

Instructions

  1. Place the dried fruit in a bowl and pour the hot tea over it. Let it soak overnight.
  2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf tin.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, egg, and mixed spice.
  4. Add the soaked fruit (including any remaining tea) to the bowl and stir until well combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the bara brith to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Loaf tin Mixing bowl Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve slices of bara brith with a spread of butter and a cup of hot tea.

Tips & tricks

For an extra indulgent treat, try toasting slices of bara brith and serving with a dollop of clotted cream.

Cost

$8