Fruit and Nut Loaf
This Fruit and Nut Loaf is a wholesome, sweet, and nutty treat perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
Course: Sweet Treats
Cuisine: Traditional
Keyword: baking, dessert, easy recipes, Fruit and Nut Loaf, healthy snacks, homemade bread
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 200kcal
For the Loaf
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits raisins, apricots, cranberries
- 1 cup mixed nuts walnuts, almonds, pecans
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup choose honey for a richer flavor or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil consider coconut oil for a delightful aroma
- 2 large eggs binds the ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free twist
Preparation Steps
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a loaf pan, ensuring every inch is covered.
Mix the dried fruits and nuts together in a bowl.
Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
Whisk the honey (or maple syrup), oil, eggs, and milk together in a separate bowl.
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, then add the fruit and nut mixture.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the loaf in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
For an extra touch of sweetness, serve warm with a drizzle of honey.
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 8mg