Name: Plum Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups unbleached white flour; 1 cup whole wheat flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 2 large eggs (beaten); 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup apple sauce; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp canola oil; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 tsp lemon extract; 2 tsp lemon peel; 1 cup plums (finely-diced); 2 plums (seeds removed, and cut into thin slices)

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Making plum bread at home is a delightful endeavour that brings the warmth and comfort of freshly baked goods to your kitchen. With its tender crumb and bursts of juicy plum, this homemade treat is sure to become a favourite among family and friends.

To begin your plum bread adventure, gather your ingredients. You’ll need all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, milk, and, of course, ripe plums. Feel free to add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavour if desired.

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F /175°C/Gas Mark 4 and greasing a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray. While the oven preheats, prepare your plums by washing them thoroughly, removing the pits, and chopping them into bite-sized pieces. Set the chopped plums aside for later.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and fluffy, then mix in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough bread.

Once the batter is ready, gently fold in the chopped plums until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. Keep an eye on the bread as it bakes, as oven temperatures can vary.

Once the plum bread is golden brown and cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Slice the plum bread into thick slices and serve it warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy it plain, or spread with butter or cream cheese for an extra indulgent treat. Plum bread also pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee for a cosy afternoon snack.

Making plum bread at home is a rewarding experience that fills your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread and the sweet scent of ripe plums. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dessert, this homemade delight is sure to delight your taste buds and bring joy to your kitchen.

Plum Bread is a lovely deep flavoured bread that is best untoasted with a small amount of butter. Serve with subtle pate for a superb starter that will get people talking.

Plum Bread

Plum Bread is a lovely deep flavoured bread that is best untoasted with a small amount of butter. Serve with subtle pate for a superb starter.

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Course: Dessert, Snacks

Cuisine: British

Keyword: Bread, Dairy, Fruit, Plums

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: slices

Calories: 318kcal

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups unbleached white flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 large eggs beaten
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup apple sauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp canola oil
1 cup evaporated milk
1 tsp lemon extract
2 tsp lemon peel
1 cup plums finely-diced
2 plums seeds removed, and cut into thin slices

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350F/175C/Gas Mark 4 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine the flours and baking powder. Set aside.
1 1/2 cups unbleached white flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 2 tsp baking powder
In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, applesauce, vanilla extract, oil, milk, extract, and lemon peel. Mix well. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the large bowl and mix well.
2 large eggs, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup apple sauce, 2 tbsp canola oil, 1 cup evaporated milk, 1 tsp lemon extract, 2 tsp lemon peel, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fold in the plums.
1 cup plums
Pour the batter into a loaf pan that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Lay the plum slices on top. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. If necessary, cover the top loosely with foil so the plum slices do not overbake.
2 plums
Remove cake from oven and let cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Remove cake from pan and let cool completely.

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