Salted Chocolate Fruit Loaf
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This salted chocolate fruit loaf is my favorite way to use up citrus season's bounty while satisfying my chocolate cravings. The combination of dark chocolate chips with fresh pineapple and orange creates this wonderfully balanced flavor that keeps people coming back for more. What I love most is how quick and simple it comes together in just 55 minutes total, making it perfect for busy weekdays or last minute gatherings. The dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, and paired with the brightness of citrus, you get something that feels almost indulgent yet wholesome. A sprinkle of coarse salt on top brings everything into sharp focus and makes each bite absolutely memorable.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 150granulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 2large eggs
- 5 mlvanilla extract
- 150dark chocolate chips
- 250 gdiced pineapple
- 250 gdiced orange
- 10 gcoarse salt
- 5 gbaking powder
- 2 gsalt
- 1 gcayenne pepper
- 50 gbrown sugar
- 50chopped walnuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 9x5cm loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a loaf pan with a non-stick coating for easy release.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
Tip: Whisk dry ingredients to remove lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.
- 6
Fold in flour mixture, then stir in melted chocolate, pineapple, orange, and walnuts.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 7
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a decorative crust.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during the baking time.
- 9
Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the loaf cool completely before slicing.
- 10
Slice and serve. Enjoy!
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