Malt Loaf

Malt Loaf

Malt extract is available from chemist's shops. It is often used as a nutritional supplement, being high in protein and B vitamins.

Serves 12

Points per serving: 1½ (original points)

225 g self raising flour

25 g light brown sugar, granulated

55 g sultanas

25 g currants

150 ml skimmed milk

1 tbsp malt extract

1 level tbsp golden syrup

5 spray low-fat cooking spray

Preheat the oven to Gas Mark 3/170°C/325°F. Put the flour, sugar and dried fruit in a mixing bowl.

Warm the milk, malt extract and Golden Syrup together in a small pan, until the three have blended. If the mixture looks a little curdled, do not worry. Pour the liquid into the bowl and mix together well.

Spray a 450g loaf tin with low fat cooking spray. Put the mixture in the tin and smooth it over with a little hot or warm water. Bake in the middle of the oven for between 45 minutes and 1 hour.

Leave to cool a little before turning out. When cool, wrap in foil or clingfilm. Leave for a day before slicing.