Raisin Bran Loaf

Fruity, sweet and lightly spiced, a good slice of raisin bran loaf with a cup of coffee is one of those magical combinations that can take you out of the hectic everyday and give you a tiny window of time where you can to reflect, relax and recharge. What better way to take stock of the world than with a rich and comforting treat?

Using cereal might seem like a bit of a strange touch, but once it's all broken down after soaking up the milk, it's going to help maintain the moisture in your mixture and weave a lighter texture throughout the loaf.

If you want to add in a little more crunch, throw in 1/2 cup seeds - pumpkin, sunflower or flax seeds (or a seedy combo) should work. The mixed peel gives a hit of zesty tartness that will cut through some of the denser flavours.

Raisin bran loaf is fantastic toasted and spread with butter or ricotta. Try to keep some left over for future servings, as the flavour will deepen and improve the longer it sits.