Christine Crane
@chrartcra
Traditional Bara Brith (Welsh Tea Bread)
Bara Brith is a delightful Welsh tea bread, rich with dried fruits and infused with the warmth of brewed tea. This moist and flavorful loaf is perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet snack any time of the day.
Details
- Cuisine:british
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:6
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Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time40 min.
- Total time55 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 1 1/4 cups
- 1
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Traditional Bara Brith (Welsh Tea Bread).
Step 1
Begin by pouring hot brewed tea over dried currants and golden raisins in a bowl, allowing the fruits to soak for 8 hours or overnight to achieve a delightful plumpness.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 2-pound loaf pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 3
In the bowl with the tea and fruit, stir in demerara sugar until it dissolves completely, then blend in self-rising flour and a beaten egg until the batter is smooth and harmonious.
Step 4
Gently spread this luscious mixture into your prepared loaf pan, ensuring an even layer.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the top turns a beautiful golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
Step 6
Once baked, let the loaf cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
Step 7
Enjoy the fruits of your labor with each slice!.