Brazilian “Tea” Bread

• I got this recipe recently from one of my friends who I have known for many years.
• It is a recipe her mother made often.
• Unlike most teas breads this is made with coffee!
• It tastes good on its own or buttered.
• It keeps moist for several days – that is if you have any left.
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• See if anyone can guess the unusual ingredient!

Ingredients

• 500g mixed fruit (good to have peel in the mix)
• 350ml strong black coffee
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• 250g plain flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 125g soft brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon mixed spice
• 1 beaten egg.

Method

• Soak the mixed fruit in the coffee overnight.
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• Pre-heat the oven to GM3 – 160°C.
• Mix all the dry ingredients together.
• Add the beaten egg.
• Stir in the soaked fruit.
• Mix well together.
• Bake for around 1½ hours

Royal Doulton Tapestry Tea Plate