Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf - Bread

Name: Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf - Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces sultanas (golden raisins); ¼ cup crystallized candied ginger, finely chopped (see Crystallized Candied Ginger); 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh orange zest; 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest; ¼ cup chopped candied mango; ½ cup chopped pineapple (fresh or canned); 1 tablespoon finely ground darjeeling tea leaves (or 3 tea bags of your choice); ¾ cup boiling water; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 large egg, beaten; ½ cup sugar; 2 cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon baking soda

Servings: persons

6 ounces sultanas (golden raisins)
¼ cup crystallized candied ginger, finely chopped (see Crystallized Candied Ginger)
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh orange zest
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
¼ cup chopped candied mango
½ cup chopped pineapple (fresh or canned)
1 tablespoon finely ground darjeeling tea leaves (or 3 tea bags of your choice)
¾ cup boiling water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large egg, beaten
½ cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground tea leaves with the sultanas, crystallized ginger, orange zest, lemon zest, and candied mango.
2
Pour the boiling water over and stir in the lemon juice, then cover and set aside to steep until fruit is plump and mixture is cooled (about 30 minutes).
3
When you are ready to bake, preheat oven to 350F degrees.
4
When mixture has cooled completely, add the oil and egg, stirring briskly to combine.
5
Stir in the sugar.
6
In a separate bowl, use a wire whisk to combine the flour, salt, and soda.
7
Gradually add to wet ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
8
Fold in the pineapple.
9
Turn into greased 8x4x2-inch loaf pan.
10
Bake at 350F until done, 50 to 60 minutes.
11
Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove from pan.
12
Cool thoroughly on a wire rack.
13
Wrap and store overnight before serving.
14
Or, may be wrapped and frozen in a sealed container for up to three months.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces sultanas (golden raisins), ¼ cup crystallized candied ginger, finely chopped (see Crystallized Candied Ginger), 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh orange zest, 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Darjeeling Express Fruity English Tea Loaf - Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!