Chilli Chocolate Fruit Loaf
Prep
15 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This chilli chocolate fruit loaf is my go to when I want something special but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 50 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for a weekend treat or last minute gathering. The combination of cocoa powder and chili flakes might sound unusual, but trust me, that subtle heat really brings out the richness of the chocolate while the tart dried fruit keeps things balanced. Plus, cocoa is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little better about indulging. It's genuinely simple to make with just basic ingredients you probably already have at home.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 100unsweetened cocoa powder
- 150dried fruit (cranberries, cherries)
- 20chili flakes
- 15baking powder
- 5salt
- 120unsalted butter, melted
- 3large eggs
- 1½vanilla extract
- 100chocolate chips
- 50chopped fresh nuts (optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20x20cm loaf pan and set it aside.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- 5
Fold in the dried fruit, chili flakes, and chocolate chips.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- 7
If using nuts, sprinkle them on top of the batter.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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