Malt loaf is a type of sweet leavened bread made with malt extract as a primary ingredient, popular in the United Kingdom and northern Europe. It has a chewy texture and often contains raisins. It is usually eaten sliced and spread with butter for tea. Malt flour is sometimes used to supplement the flavor.
In December and during the holiday season, a malt loaf called vörtbröd (literally "wort bread") is popular in Scandinavia. The dough's water is supplied by beer wort, adding sweetness and flavor to the bread. Several different spices and fruits commonly associated with Christmas are also added, e.g., cloves, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and raisins.