Natasha Mascarenhas
Benjamina Ebuehi’s Date, Chocolate, and Honey Soda Bread is a delicious and healthy bread that is perfect for any time of day. With its combination of wholemeal and plain flour, oats, cocoa powder, and sweet dates, this bread offers a unique and satisfying flavor that is sure to impress. The addition of honey and buttermilk creates a tender and moist texture, making it the perfect bread for a hearty breakfast, snack, or even dessert. With its simple and straightforward recipe, this bread is easy to make and is a great way to incorporate more whole grains and ` into your diet.
Here is what you will need to make Benjamina Ebuehi’s Date, Chocolate, and Honey Soda Bread:
Ingredients:
- 200g wholemeal flour
- 200g plain flour
- 50g oats
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 2 tbsp honey
- 80g chopped dates
- 300ml buttermilk
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Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/400°F/gas mark 6. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the wholemeal flour, plain flour, oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda.
- Stir in the chopped dates.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the honey and buttermilk.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Shape into a round loaf and place on the prepared baking tray.
- Cut a deep cross into the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Leave to cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy this delicious and healthy soda bread with a hint of sweetness from the dates, chocolate, and honey. that is easy to make and perfect for any time of day. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, it’s a great option for bakers of all levels and is sure to impress with its unique and satisfying flavor.
