Rich Fruit Loaf Bread Machine Recipe
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Description
This rich fruit loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make bread machine recipe. Packed full of juicy raisins, sultanas, and currants, it's perfect for serving as a breakfast treat or as an afternoon snack. The bread machine does all the hard work, so all you need to do is add the ingredients and let it do its thing.Prep Time
10 minutesCook Time
3 hoursIngredients
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3 1/4 cups bread flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup mixed dried fruit (raisins, sultanas, currants)
- 2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
Equipment
- Bread machine
- Measuring cups and spoons
Method
- Add the water, flour, sugar, salt, and butter to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
- Sprinkle the dried fruit over the top of the flour mixture.
- Make a small well in the center of the flour mixture and add the yeast.
- Select the "basic white bread" setting on your bread machine and press start.
- Once the bread machine has finished its cycle, carefully remove the bread from the pan and allow it to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- This recipe makes a 2-pound loaf.
- Make sure your dried fruit is fresh and plump. If it's dry and hard, it won't add the same level of moisture and flavor to the bread.
- You can substitute the mixed dried fruit with any other type of dried fruit you like.
- For a slightly sweeter loaf, you can add an extra tablespoon of sugar.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 98
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 1g
- Sodium: 193mg
- Potassium: 72mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Vitamin A: 15IU
- Calcium: 7mg
- Iron: 1mg
Recipes FAQ
Can I use different types of dried fruit?
Yes, you can substitute the mixed dried fruit with any other type of dried fruit you like.Can I use fresh fruit instead of dried fruit?
No, fresh fruit won't work in this recipe. The bread machine needs the concentrated flavor and moisture of dried fruit to work properly.Can I add nuts to this recipe?
Yes, you can add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to this recipe if you like.Recipe Tips
- Make sure your bread machine pan is properly greased before adding the ingredients to prevent sticking.
- For a darker crust, you can brush the top of the loaf with a beaten egg before baking.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to prevent it from becoming gummy.
- This bread freezes well, so you can make a double batch and freeze one for later.
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