Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup butter (softened)
¾ cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup milk or yogurt
½ cup raisins
¼ cup chopped almonds (plus extra for topping)
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a loaf pan.
Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream butter & sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
Combine: Add dry ingredients alternately with milk/yogurt.
Fold in raisins and chopped almonds.
Pour batter into the pan and sprinkle extra almonds on top.
Bake for 40–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool, slice, and serve.
🍰 Tips
Soak raisins in warm water (or juice) for 10 minutes for extra softness.
Add a drizzle of honey or syrup on top for a glossy finish.
Tastes even better the next day with tea or coffee ☕