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Honeyed carrot & thyme loaf

Honeyed carrot & thyme loaf

This loaf can be enjoyed as a sweet or savoury snack. Top a slice with chutney and sharp cheddar or smear with cream cheese or honey.

SERVES 12 PREP 20 mins COOK 1 hr EASY V 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 each baking powder and bicarbonate of soda

3 eggs

50g natural yogurt chutney, cheddar, cream cheese or honey, to serve

1 Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Mix the honey and 1 tsp oil, then add the grated carrot and thyme. Season and stir well. Tip onto a baking tray and roast for 10-15 mins, tossing halfway. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly. 2 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 grated carrot.

3 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.

PER SERVING 112 kcals • fat 2g • saturates 1g • carbs 17g • sugars 3g • fibre 2g • protein 4g • salt 0.3g