Salted Chocolate Fruit Loaf

Instructions

1. 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. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.

   Tip: Whisk dry ingredients to remove lumps.

3. 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. 4

   Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter.

5. 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. 6

   Fold in flour mixture, then stir in melted chocolate, pineapple, orange, and walnuts.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter.

7. 7

   Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with coarse salt.

   Tip: Use a spatula to create a decorative crust.

8. 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. 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. 10

    Slice and serve. Enjoy!