Orange Chocolate Fruit Loaf
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Orange Chocolate Fruit Loaf is my go to recipe whenever I need something impressive but don't have much time. With just forty five minutes from start to finish, you can have a beautiful, fragrant loaf cooling on your counter. The combination of bright citrus and rich chocolate is absolutely addictive, and the orange juice keeps everything wonderfully moist. What I love most is that dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel good about enjoying a generous slice. It's simple enough for beginners yet elegant enough to serve to guests, and the whole thing costs just a few dollars to make.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 120 mlorange juice
- 2 tbsporange zest
- 100 gdark chocolate chips
- 2 eggeggs
- 50 gconfectioners' sugar
- 5 gsalt
- 1 tbsporange extract
- folding spoon
- mixing bowl
- rubber spatula
- 9x5 loaf pan
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare the loaf pan by greasing it with butter and dusting it with confectioners' sugar.
Tip: To ensure the loaf releases easily, make sure the pan is well-coated.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Tip: Whisking the dry ingredients helps to aerate them and ensures even distribution in the finished loaf.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, and orange extract.
Tip: The acidity in the orange juice will help to react with the baking soda and create a light, fluffy texture.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Tip: Whisking in the eggs helps to incorporate air and create a smooth, even batter.
- 5
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Melted chocolate adds depth and richness to the loaf, but be careful not to overheat it.
- 6
Add the melted chocolate to the orange mixture and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Whisking in the chocolate helps to distribute its flavor and texture evenly throughout the loaf.
- 7
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
Tip: Overmixing the batter can result in a dense, tough loaf.
- 8
Fold in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Tip: Folding in the flour helps to distribute its flavor and texture evenly, while avoiding overmixing.
- 9
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly distributed and the top is smooth for an attractive finish.
- 10
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check the loaf frequently during the last 10 minutes of baking to avoid overcooking.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Letting the loaf cool completely helps it to set and become easier to slice.
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