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Christine Worrall from Nottinghamshire sent us this tea time treat that the whole family will enjoy. Christine tells us “This moist fruity loaf just 'hits the spot' when you fancy a nice piece of cake! There's plenty to share with others, or, at only 4 Syns per slice it deliciously fits into your slimming campaign!”

Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes

Preparation Time: soaking time plus 10 minutes

Serves: 15

Syns per serving: 4

ingredients

1 cup of cold black tea
227g/8oz dried fruit
227g/8oz self-raising flour
1 or 2 eggs, beaten
6 level tbsp artificial sweetener (or to taste)

method

1. Soak the dried fruit in the tea overnight or for a minimum of 2 hours.
2. Add all the other ingredients, mix well then place in a 1lb loaf tin lined with baking parchment or greaseproof paper.
3. Bake in a 180°C/350°F/Gas mark 4 oven for 40-50 minutes.
4. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin. Slice into 15.

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