Bran Cake

This Aussie bran cake is delicious served warm with ice-cream, whipped cream or custard and also translates well into a healthy snack. Just top with fruit and yoghurt.

Serves 8

To make Bran Cake, you need:

½  cup wholemeal flour

1 cup bran

1tsp baking soda (dissolve in ¼ cup milk)

1 tsp cinnamon

Pinch nutmeg

Pinch salt

½ cup melted butter (or an olivio type product)

1 cup sugar

2 eggs

4 cups freshly sliced apple

How to make Bran Cake:

Mix dry ingredients. Beat eggs and sugar. Melt butter and combine all ingredients together.

Bake in greased baking dish 175C for 30-40 mins.

Serve warm with the apple slices, whipped cream and cinnamon or custard.  Or for a healthy option – serve with lite yoghurt, fruit and drizzle with honey.

*  This is an easy recipe to play with.  Try using sultanas, raisins and even chopped walnuts. Canned fruit is also a great option.