Old Fashioned Bara Brith Recipe

What is Bara Brith?

Bara brith is a traditional Welsh tea bread that is typically made with dried fruit and spices. It is a moist, dense and slightly sweet bread that is usually served with butter, cream or jam. Bara brith is a popular dish in Wales and is often served at special events such as Christmas, Easter and weddings. The name bara brith translates to “speckled bread” in Welsh and refers to the speckled appearance of the bread when it is made with a variety of dried fruits.

This old-fashioned bara brith recipe is easy to make and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. The bread is moist and flavorful with a hint of sweetness. The dried fruits add a nice texture and flavor to the bread. This recipe yields one large loaf or two small loaves. Enjoy!

Ingredients

For the bread:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup mixed dried fruit (such as raisins, currants, sultanas and cranberries)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, brown sugar, dried fruit, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.

3. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, buttermilk and vanilla. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

4. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

This recipe yields 16 servings. Each serving has approximately:

220 calories
9 g fat
33 g carbohydrates
3 g protein

Bara brith is a great way to enjoy a traditional Welsh tea bread. This old-fashioned bara brith recipe is easy to make and yields a moist, slightly sweet and flavorful bread. The addition of dried fruits and spices adds a nice touch to the bread. Enjoy this delicious bread with butter, cream or jam for a delicious and comforting snack or dessert.