Ingredients

Steps

• Place the dried fruit in a large pan and cover with the beer.
• Heat gently until hot but not boiling, then cover and soak overnight.
• Preheat the oven to 140°C.
• Stir the sugar, flours, mixed spice, and eggs into the fruit mixture until combined.
• Divide the mixture between two greased 500g loaf tins.
• Bake for 75 minutes until risen and firm.
• Cool on a wire rack covered with a tea towel.
• Wrap tightly in cling film and store in a cool place.