Feijoa & walnut loaf
🍃🌰 Feijoa & Walnut Loaf 🌰🍃
Ingredients:
• 6–8 large feijoas (scooped out & mashed)
• 1 & a half cups self-raising flour
• half a cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 8 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence (sometimes I just chuck in a spoonful lol)
• chopped walnuts
• Pinch of salt (optional)
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 180°C and grease/line a loaf tin.
2. Mix egg, sugar, melted butter and vanilla essence together.
3. Stir in mashed feijoas.
4. Add self-raising flour and gently fold until just combined.
5. Fold through walnuts.
6. Pour into loaf tin and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 45–55 mins or until a skewer comes out clean.
8. Let cool slightly before slicing… if you can wait 😏
You can add sugar on top or more walnuts.
So simple, so yum, and a good way to use up feijoas before the season’s gone 🙌🔥
If you’re new to using feijoas in baking, this fruit is wonderfully fragrant with a unique sweet-tart flavor that pairs beautifully with the earthiness of walnuts. When preparing your loaf, make sure to scoop out only the soft, ripe parts of the feijoas; this will provide natural moisture and a pleasant tang to your bread. In my experience, adding a little extra vanilla essence can enhance the aroma and depth of flavor, creating a more comforting and inviting loaf. You can also try incorporating a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice note that complements the fruitiness. This Feijoa & Walnut loaf is quite versatile—enjoy it fresh out of the oven with a smear of butter or cream cheese. It also freezes well; simply wrap sliced pieces tightly and thaw before serving for a quick snack or breakfast treat. Remember, the key to a moist and tender loaf is not overmixing once you add the flour; folding gently until just combined helps maintain a fluffy texture. Baking times can vary slightly depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the loaf after the 45-minute mark and test with a skewer to ensure it comes out clean. Using seasonal fruits like feijoas not only supports sustainable eating habits but also introduces exciting flavors into your baking repertoire. Give this recipe a try during feijoa season and enjoy a delicious way to celebrate the fruit’s limited availability!
