Fruit Loaf

In a mixing bowl mix wheat, saltanas and sugar. Stir in milk, cover and leave to soak for at least 1hr - 2hrs.

Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon and mixed spice, stir well. The mixture will be quick thick and sticky.

Transfer mixture to well greased loaf tin.

Place in a moderate oven 150-160C for 1hr - 1hr 15mins. check with skewer to ensure cooked.

(Tip: half way through cooking time, cover with foil to prevent over browning)

Allow to cool for 5mins before turning out of tin and onto a baking tray.

Notes;

This cake is a lovely lower fat alternative to fruit cake. Its wonderful sliced warm with low fat spread/butter.