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Simnel Spiced Breakfast Loaf

A moist and flavorful breakfast loaf combining classic flavors like cinnamon and nutmeg with sweet dried fruit, perfect for a hearty breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, British
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup softened butter Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit (e.g., raisins, sultanas, currants) Feel free to customize the dried fruits.
  • ½ cup marzipan (cut into chunks or rolled into a log) Add as a layer in the loaf.
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 95-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl.
  3. Beat in the eggs and stir in the milk.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the dried fruit.
  6. Pour half the batter into the loaf pan, add a layer of marzipan, and then top with the remaining batter, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Store the loaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or slice and freeze for up to three months. To reheat, pop slices in the toaster or microwave until warmed through.