Homemade Malt Loaf
Deliciously moist, sticky, and fragrant malt loaf that is packed full of chewy raisins and prunes. Serve warm with a spread of butter and a hot cup of tea!
Servings: 8 - 10 slices
Calories: 278kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) plain/all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 7 oz (200g) raisins
- 3 ½ oz (100g) pitted prunes finely chopped
- ⅔ cup (160ml) hot black tea
- ½ cup (160g) malt extract plus extra for glazing
- ½ cup (100g) light or dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170C/325F/Gas 3. Grease and line a 2lb (900g) loaf pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Add the raisins and prunes to a separate large bowl. Pour over the hot tea and leave to soak for 15 minutes.
- Add the malt extract, sugar, and eggs, and stir until completely combined.
- Add the dry ingredients and fold in until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 60 - 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Brush the top of the hot loaf with extra malt extract.
- Leave to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
Malt loaf can be wrapped tightly and stored for up to 5 days. The flavours will develop and the texture will become even more sticky and delicious.
Serve sliced and buttered, with a hot cup of tea or coffee.