HONEYED CARROT & THYME LOAF

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Enjoy this moreish carrot and thyme loaf as a sweet or savoury snack. Top a slice with chutney and sharp cheddar, smear with cream cheese or drizzle with honey

Provided by Katherine Eaton

Categories Afternoon tea, Side dish, Snack

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tbsp honey
1 tsp coconut oil or olive oil, plus 1 tbsp (if using coconut oil, melt in the microwave before using)
4 carrots , peeled and grated (around 300g)
2 tsp dried thyme
100g wholemeal flour
125g plain flour
¾ tsp baking powder
¾ tsp bicarbonate of soda
3 eggs
50g natural yogurt
chutney , cheddar, cream cheese or honey, to serve

Steps:

Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Mix the honey and 1 tsp oil, then add the carrot and thyme. Season and stir well. Tip onto a baking tray and roast for 10-15 mins, tossing halfway through cooking. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, combine the flours, baking powder, bicarb and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs, yogurt and remaining oil. Add the flour mix, then fold in the roasted carrot mix.
Pour into a lined 900g loaf tin and bake for 50 mins-1 hr. Leave to cool before slicing. To serve, top with chutney and cheddar, cream cheese or honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium