Irish Barmbrack Fruit Bread Recipe
Barmbrack is a traditional Irish bread made with mixed dried fruits and spices, typically served at Halloween with a cup of tea. With its soft, fluffy texture and sweet, fruity flavor, itβs the perfect comfort food for chilly autumn evenings.
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π₯ Ingredients
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for making Irish Barmbrack Fruit Bread at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit (raisins, sultanas, currants)
- 1 cup warm tea
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
πͺ Instructions
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, soak the dried fruit in the warm tea for at least 30 minutes to soften.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and egg until light and fluffy.
- In a third bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk to the egg mixture and mix well.
- Drain the fruit, reserving the tea.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with the reserved tea, until a batter forms.
- Stir in the soaked fruit.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350Β°F for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
π Top tip
And there you have it β a warm, delicious, and easy-to-make Irish Barmbrack Fruit Bread that’s perfect for autumn and winter evenings. Enjoy a slice with a cup of tea or coffee, or spread with a little butter for a comforting breakfast.
The beauty of this recipe is that you can customize the fruit and spices to your liking, using a combination of your favorite dried fruits and spices. So go ahead and get creative β this recipe is sure to become a staple in your home!
So why not make this comforting and delicious bread a part of your next family gathering or special occasion? Your loved ones will thank you! And don’t forget to share your creation on social media and tag us using #greatfoodrecipes β we can’t wait to see your take on this classic Irish bread!
π Recipe
Irish Barmbrack Fruit Bread
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit raisins, sultanas, currants
- 1 cup warm tea
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, soak the dried fruit in the warm tea for at least 30 minutes to soften.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and egg until light and fluffy.
- In a third bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk to the egg mixture and mix well.
- Drain the fruit, reserving the tea.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with the reserved tea, until a batter forms.
- Stir in the soaked fruit.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350Β°F for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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