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Overview of Recipe Content
What It Is and Why You’ll Love It
This Coffee Raisin Spice Loaf is a wonderful choice for afternoon tea, a cozy weekend brunch, or even a holiday treat. With raisins steeped in hot brewed coffee, warm cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, each slice offers a deep, comforting flavor that’s perfectly addictive. It’s moist, fragrant, and slightly sweet without being heavy.
What It Tastes Like
Expect aromatic spices mingling with mellow coffee‑infused raisins and a buttery, tender crumb. It’s gently sweet, a little earthy, and distinctly comforting.
Health or Seasonal Relevance
While it’s not a “light” bake, it’s made with real ingredients and plenty of flavor per bite—perfect for fall and winter baking or whenever you crave rich, spiced sweetness.
Ingredient List
- 1 cup (150 g) raisins
- ¾ cup (180 ml) hot brewed coffee
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ¼ cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Tools Needed
- Loaf pan (9×5-inch)
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk and spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Suggested Substitutions & Additions
- Substitute golden or regular raisins.
- Swap some raisins for chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans).
- For a deeper coffee taste, add ½ tsp instant espresso powder to the batter.
- For gluten-free, try a one-to-one gluten‑free flour blend.
How to Make Coffee Raisin Spice Loaf
- Soak the raisins: Place raisins in a heatproof bowl and pour hot brewed coffee over them. Stir in baking soda. Let soak about 10 minutes till plump.
- Preheat and prep: Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease and line a 9×5 loaf pan.
- Mix dry spices: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt, and baking powder.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a separate mixing bowl, beat softened butter with brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add eggs & vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
- Combine: Fold the dry mixture into the butter‑egg mixture gently, alternating with raisins and any remaining soaking liquid. Don’t overmix.
- Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Let rest in pan 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
You’ll notice the aroma filling your kitchen—rich coffee, warm spices, and buttery sweetness. It’s pure comfort!
What to Serve with Coffee Raisin Spice Loaf
- A hot cup of coffee or chai tea complements the flavors beautifully.
- Serve alongside vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
- Pair with a citrusy salad (like orange segments and arugula) for contrast.
Tips for Making It Perfect
- Don’t skip soaking the raisins—it softens them and infuses coffee flavor.
- Room-temperature eggs and butter incorporate better and produce a smoother batter.
- Avoid overmixing once you add in the dry ingredients—overworking creates toughness.
- Check doneness early if using dark or mini loaf pans, reduce bake time accordingly.
- Mini-loaves or muffins? Reduce baking time to around 25–30 minutes and test early.
Storage Instructions
- Room temperature: Wrap cooled loaf tightly; it stays fresh for 2–3 days.
- Refrigerating: Up to 5 days—bring back to room temp or gently warm before serving.
- Freezing: Slice and freeze – seal in airtight bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temp or toast slices directly from frozen.
General Information
Coffee‑soaked fruit breads like this have roots in various baking traditions. In British and American holiday baking, spices and fruit combine for comforting loaf cakes. This one adds coffee for an extra depth of flavor and a bit of grown‑up warmth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this loaf with decaf coffee?
A: Absolutely! Use strong decaf or switch to hot black tea if you prefer.
Q: Can I use whole wheat flour?
A: You can substitute half the flour with whole wheat. Your loaf will be denser and more wholesome.
Q: Why add baking soda to coffee?
A: The baking soda helps neutralize the acidity in coffee, tenderizing raisins and improving texture.
Q: How do I know when it’s done?
A: A toothpick in the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If top is browning too fast, tent with foil.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Yes—it actually tastes even better the next day once flavors meld. Just slice and store as instructed.
Conclusion
This Coffee Raisin Spice Loaf is a tender, warmly spiced treat that’s wonderful for breakfast, tea, or dessert. If you love this, you might also enjoy my Cinnamon Apple Bread, Carrot Spice Loaf, or Ginger Pumpkin Loaf. Thanks so much for being here—can’t wait to hear how it turns out!
Interactive Elements
I’d love to hear from you—leave a review or comment below if you make this loaf! Share your photos on Pinterest or tag me on social media with @poulefrecipe—I’d be honored to see your lovely loaves.
Nutritional Information
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (≈1/12 loaf) | 250 kcal | 4 g | 34 g | 10 g | 18 g |
Macronutrients (approx per slice)
- Calories: ≈ 250 kcal
- Protein: ~4 g
- Carbohydrates: ~34 g
‑ Sugars: ~18 g
‑ Fat: ~10 g (Saturated: ~6 g)
Delicious Coffee Raisin Spice Loaf
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (12 slices) 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A moist, warmly spiced Coffee Raisin Spice Loaf with coffee-soaked raisins and cozy flavor. Perfect for brunch, snack time, or holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
1 cup (150g) raisins
¾ cup (180ml) hot brewed coffee
1 tsp baking soda
1¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground cloves
½ tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Soak raisins in hot brewed coffee with baking soda for 10 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt, and baking powder.
4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, alternating with the soaked raisins and any leftover coffee liquid.
7. Mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix.
8. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room-temperature ingredients for best texture.
Check for doneness early if using smaller or darker loaf pans.
This loaf tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
It freezes beautifully—slice and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
