Honeyed carrot & thyme loaf

• honey↗1 tbsp tbsp
• coconut oil↗1 tsp tsp

  or olive oil, plus 1 tbsp (if using coconut oil, melt in the microwave before using)

• carrots↗4

  peeled and grated (around 300g)

• dried thyme↗2 tsp tsp
• wholemeal flour↗100g g
• plain flour↗125g g
• baking powder↗¾ tsp tsp
• bicarbonate of soda↗¾ tsp tsp
• eggs↗3
• natural yogurt↗50g g
• chutney

  cheddar, cream cheese or honey, to serve

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

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

2. 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 roasted carrot mix.

3. 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.