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Nutritional Values
280kcal
5gProtein
50gCarbs
2gFat
3gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
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Barmbrack
How to order / say it
Say it
Báirín Breac — [BAH-reen BRAK]
Order
I'd like the Barmbrack, please.
Locally
Ba mhaith liom Báirín Breac, le do thoil.
Say locally
A traditional Irish fruit bread, often served at Halloween.
Why try it?
Barmbrack is more than just a bread; it's a slice of history associated with Irish traditions. Particularly during Halloween, it is used for fortune-telling and embodies the festive spirit.
How it tastes
Sweet and lightly spiced, Barmbrack is soft and studded with plump dried fruits. The aromatic spices and sweet notes blend harmoniously, making it perfect for teatime.
Origin & History — first documented: 1830
Barmbrack dates back to the 19th century and evolved from traditional Irish bread. Often a Halloween centerpiece, slices included trinkets that predicted fortune, making it a nostalgic treat.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g flour
- 🍯 150 g raisins
- 🍯 150 g sultanas
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 300 ml black tea
- 🧂 5 g mixed spice
Method
- 1 Soak dried fruits in tea overnight.
- 2 Mix flour and sugar, add soaked fruits and spice.
- 3 Knead mixture into dough, let rise.
- 4 Bake until golden and serve cooled.
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