Favourite Fruit Loaf

Discover the warmth and nostalgia of our Favourite Fruit Loaf, a moist and tender quick bread brimming with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Packed with a delightful mix of dried fruits—like raisins, cranberries, and apricots—and crunchy chopped nuts, this fruit loaf offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is straightforward enough for a midweek treat yet special enough to impress at brunch or afternoon tea. Baked to golden perfection, it’s the ideal make-ahead snack for any occasion. Slice it up, enjoy it plain, or slather on a bit of butter for an extra indulgent touch! Keywords: fruit loaf recipe, dried fruit bread, easy quick bread recipe, nut loaf, homemade sweet loaf.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 250 g All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 115 g Unsalted butter, softened
• 150 g Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 120 ml Milk
• 200 g Mixed dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots)
• 100 g Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1054.3 grams (1054.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3856

Total Fat 173.60g	223%
Saturated Fat 69.70g	349%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 634mg	211%
Sodium 1861mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 527.20g	192%
Dietary Fiber 27.60g	99%
Total Sugars 291.20g
Protein 62.90g	126%

Vitamin D 137IU	683%
Calcium 449mg	35%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 2594mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 53.8%