IRISH BARMBRACK

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Barmbrack is a traditional Irish cake eaten on holidays. After pouring into the prepared pan, it is tradition to add objects to the barmbrack which symbolize certain things for the person who receives each in their slice. Thoroughly clean objects before adding them to the barmbrack. These objects can be pressed into the bottom of the loaf after baking instead: coin-wealth or good fortune; ring-will marry within the year; bean-poverty; pea-will not marry within the year; matchstick-unhappy marriage; thimble-single for life.

Provided by Brooke Elizabeth

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 5h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups chopped dried mixed fruit
1 ½ cups hot brewed tea
2 ½ cups flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
1 ½ cups sugar
¼ cup lemon marmalade
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Soak the dried fruit in the hot tea for 2 hours, then drain and gently squeeze out excess tea.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch Bundt pan. Stir together the flour cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking soda; set aside.
  • Beat the egg, sugar, marmalade, orange zest, and tea-soaked fruit until well combined. Gently fold in the flour until just combined, then pour into the prepared Bundt pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour or until the top of the cake springs back when lightly pressed. Allow to cool in the pan for 2 hours before removing. Continue to cool to room temperature on a wire rack. Press the objects of choice into the cake through the bottom before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Carbohydrate 70.4 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 69.3 mg, Sugar 29.1 g

Anthony Josehp
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The barmbrack was dry and crumbly.


Khalif Jackson
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This barmbrack was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Portia Molatedi
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I made this barmbrack for my family, and they all loved it. It was a great way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.


Melissa Foreman
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I've tried a lot of barmbrack recipes, and this one is definitely my favorite. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Gracie “GrAnDmA_sHoRtY” Alvernaz
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This was a bit more difficult to make than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The barmbrack was absolutely delicious!


Tabby Abbes
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I really enjoyed this barmbrack. The bread was so moist and flavorful, and the raisins were not overpowering.


Sardar Sami
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I made this barmbrack for a St. Patrick's Day party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Osina Osina
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This is a great recipe for a traditional Irish barmbrack. The bread is light and fluffy, and the raisins and currants add a nice flavor.


abir ahmmed omi
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The barmbrack was delicious! It was the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Fk. music
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I've made this barmbrack a few times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Christine Njoroge
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This was my first time making barmbrack, and it turned out great! The bread was moist and flavorful, and the raisins and currants added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!