Are you ready to revolutionize your morning routine with a mouth-watering, wholesome treat that combines the goodness of All Bran with the sweet burst of dried fruits? This British-inspired All Bran Fruit Loaf is not just a recipe—it's a game-changing breakfast experience that will have you ditching your boring toast forever! Packed with fiber, natural sweetness, and a warm hint of cinnamon, this loaf is about to become your new breakfast obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 1 hrs
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: British
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 200g All Bran cereal
- 300ml boiling water
- 100g sugar
- 100g mixed dried fruit
- 250g self-raising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a standard loaf tin with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends slightly over the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the All Bran cereal with boiling water. Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes, letting the cereal soften and absorb the water completely.
- Add sugar and mixed dried fruit to the softened All Bran mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon to ensure no lumps remain.
- Gradually fold the dry flour mixture into the All Bran mixture, stirring gently until a consistent batter forms with no dry flour visible.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf tin, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Place the loaf tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the loaf to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice and serve. The loaf can be enjoyed plain or with butter, and will keep fresh in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Tips
- Make sure your boiling water is truly hot when soaking the All Bran to ensure maximum moisture and softness.
- Use fresh, high-quality dried fruits for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - gentle folding helps keep the loaf light and tender.
- Check the loaf's doneness with a skewer or toothpick - it should come out clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing to help it maintain its structure.
- For extra moisture, you can soak the dried fruits in a little orange juice before adding them to the mixture.
- Store the loaf in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent it from drying out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 1600kcal
Carbohydrates: 430g
Protein: 50g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
