Did you know that tea is the most consumed drink worldwide (after water of course)? Come to think of it who does not enjoy a cup of tea in the afternoon with a slice of cake, muffin, loaf or cookies? On the other hand, tea also happens to be an excellent flavouring medium. Yes, not only does it taste delicious with a cake, but it will also taste delicious in the cake, besides offering a low fat, sugar-free liquid ingredient! The idea is that you can use tea to substitute other liquids, or even go along with the other liquids as in the recipe below. So instead of a full portion of milk, for instance, tea is added for lightness and flavour. Tha flavour of vanilla for instance as in this recipe. However, you can use other flavours such as fruits, or mint (for chocolate loaves), even coconut tea! I had the world’s best coconut tea in Mauritius. I never tried that flavour in tea, such a different and pleasant experience! In fact the whole collection of Bois Cheri Teas is just really good, and very aromatic. Makes all the difference to the whole tea experience.
Most people think that preparing a good bake must take phenomenal skill, or out of this world talent, but that cannot be further away from true! Muffins and loaves are some of the easiest bakes that you can make. Just like with all baking, make sure to follow the instructions fully. Works like a charm…
- Tip – Muffins and loaves are technically the same. The same batter is used to make both. The difference is in the pan, Muffins are made in round muffin pans and loaves are made in the rectangular loaf pan. Any Loaf recipe is therefore a muffin recipe 😉
This loaf/Muffin recipe is a basic recipe that you can use to build on. Try it first as is to get familiar with its flavour palate then get creative and add to it any flavourings, fruit chunks, nuts, or herbs that you fancy. As ever, you can serve it on its own with tea, or buttered and perhaps even with jam or curd.
Here is how it’s made…