Make one of these easy loaf cake recipes and you’ll have a baked good on hand to ease into your day with a delicious morning tea treat! You’ll only need a loaf pan and an electric mixer to achieve that perfectly springy rectangular cake shape.
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Most of these recipes are made without frosting, ganache or glaze for a super simple bake. Top our more celebratory cakes like the hummingbird loaf or raspberry and coconut sponge loaf with deliciously fluffy icing for the ultimate crowd pleaser.
In this list you’ll find recipes for fabulous fruity slices, a decadent coffee walnut loaf and a blueberry and yoghurt cake. Just pop on the kettle, cut yourself a generous slice of one of our tasty loaf cakes and you’ll be on your way to having a top-notch day. Dig in!
Pleating the foil allows the cake to expand as it cooks. Use a piece of foil slightly larger than the pan. Fold the foil to create a pleat down the centre. We used a loaf pan with a capacity of 3 litres (12 cups). The uniced cake can be made a day ahead; store in […]
Of all the fruit and nut loaf recipes, this one by Woman’s Day has to be in the top 5. Gluten-free, stuffed with your favourite dried fruits and richly sweetened with brown sugar, it’s irresistible.
Naturally sweet and perfectly fluffy, prepare this golden date, carrot and honey loaf for your family and friends. Enjoy your loaf warm, sliced and with a cup of tea any time of the day.
This zucchini and walnut loaf is beautiful served warm or toasted with a generous spread of butter. The addition of zucchini gives a wonderful texture to the bread, and you can be assured you’re serving your family their dose of vegetables, disguised in a sweet, nutty slice.
This loaf can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. You can wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and seal in an airtight container before freezing for up to one month. Thaw slices at room temperature, straight from the freezer. Note
Densely packed with the sweetness and texture of dried fruit, this date and apricot loaf is a perfect accompaniment to your morning cuppa. Serve with lashings of butter.
Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delicious orange and fennel seed pound cake. It’s packed full of floral, citrus flavours that go perfectly with your morning or afternoon cuppa!
Fluffy and fruity, this delicious raspberry and coconut loaf is the perfect accompaniment to your mid-morning cuppa. We’ve topped ours with a decadent coconut buttercream for the ultimate treat.
Growing up, we called them “tree tomatoes”, a reference to their colour and shape. A name change to tamarillo and this tart, fleshy autumn fruit remains one of my favourites to eat and cook with
Sweet, fluffy and buttery, these gorgeous dessert loaf stuffed with crunchy almonds and sweet, juicy cranberries is beautiful served warm out of the oven, sliced and enjoyed with a pot of tea.
Traditionally made in autumn to coincide with the harvest, this apple custard cake is a delightful marriage between the tartness of apples and the sweetness of custard and cake.
Madeira cake was named after the beverage with which it was traditionally enjoyed back in the 18th century and are loathe to mess with tradition. So, bottoms up!
Moist and dense, this spiced pumpkin bread has heat from the chilli flakes and crunch from the pepitas, and is incredibly good warm or toasted and spread with butter.
Golden, fluffy and packed full of crispy bacon pieces, this delicious cheesy loaf is perfect served sliced and enjoyed as a snack for afternoon tea or as a light lunch.
If you’re unsure how to line a loaf pan, here is one way that we find works well:
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1. Use softened butter to brush all over the base and sides.
2. For the sides of the pan, cut a long strip of baking paper. Wrap it all the way around the pan; it should be about 4cm higher than the pan. Fold a 2cm crease along one edge, snipping with scissors to create a fringe. Wrap this strip around the inside of the pan, pressing the fringe around the base. Brush the fringe with a little more butter.
3. Using a pencil, trace around the base of the pan onto a sheet of baking paper. Fold the paper in half twice, and cut around your traced line. Press it in to the base of the greased pan.
Choosing the right electric mixer
Electric mixers, or stand mixers, will make baking these loaf cake recipes a dream! If you’re unsure which brand to get, see our stand mixers buying guide for advice. The comprehensive guide covers key features of each mixer, and where to purchase.
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