Rum & Exotic Fruit Bread

🍍 Rum & Exotic Fruit Mini Loaf

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A Professional Recipe for the Panasonic SD-PN100KXC Breadmaker

By John Nickolls

Introduction

This beautifully balanced tropical mini loaf brings together the warmth of dark rum, the creaminess of coconut milk, and the vibrant sweetness of Tesco’s Exotic Fruit Mix — all perfectly baked in the Panasonic SD-PN100KXC Mini Breadmaker.

Using the machine’s Raisin setting, the fruit is incorporated at just the right moment for even distribution and a moist, flavourful crumb. Whether served lightly toasted or warm from the loaf pan, this bake is ideal for relaxed breakfasts, afternoon tea, or campervan getaways.

Ingredients

Main Dough

Add these ingredients to the bread pan in order:

• 100 ml warm water

• 30 ml dark rum

• 30 ml full-fat coconut milk

• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• ¼ tsp salt

• 200 g strong white bread flour

• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

• ½ tsp active instant yeast

Add-Ins (to be added at the Raisin beep):

• 50 g Tesco Exotic Fruit Mix

Roughly chop large fruit pieces if needed. Do not pre-soak.

Method

Step 1: Load the Breadmaker

Layer ingredients in the bread pan exactly as listed above. Do not allow yeast to touch any liquid directly.

Step 2: Select Program

Choose the Raisin setting on the Panasonic SD-PN100KXC. This program is designed to pause at the correct moment for adding fruit.

Step 3: Add Exotic Fruit

When the machine beeps (typically 20–25 minutes into the cycle), add 50 g of Tesco Exotic Fruit Mix. Close the lid and allow the program to continue.

Step 4: Cool and Serve

Once baking is complete, remove the loaf from the pan and cool on a wire rack for 30–60 minutes. This allows the crumb to settle and slice cleanly.

Cost Breakdown (Estimated)

Ingredient

Cost (GBP)

Strong white bread flour (200g)

£0.20

Coconut milk (30ml)

£0.12

Exotic fruit mix (50g)

£0.30

Dark rum (30ml)

£0.30

Yeast, honey, oil, etc.

£0.18

Electricity (0.35 kWh @ 28p/kWh)

£0.10

Total Estimated Cost

£1.20

Pricing accurate as of June 2025. Based on Tesco supermarket and UK household energy rates.

Serving Suggestions

• Toasted with salted butter

• Served warm with mascarpone and lime zest

• Paired with coffee on a quiet morning

• Sliced thick and made into tropical French toast

Storage & Freezing

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days

• For longer storage, slice and freeze; toast directly from frozen as needed

• Best enjoyed within 24 hours for peak texture and flavour

Recipe Notes

• The Raisin setting ensures even distribution of dried fruit without breaking the dough structure

• Coconut milk enhances moisture retention and adds richness

• Rum adds complexity and balances the sweetness of the fruit

About the Author

John Nickolls is a drone photographer, campervan enthusiast, and recipe developer based in Staffordshire. When not piloting drones across scenic coastlines, John experiments with compact kitchen appliances to create delicious, practical meals for life on the road and at home.

Follow John on Instagram at @johnnickolls.

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