Chocolate FRUITCAKE!!! Amazingly delicious! Easy to make!

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Cacao nibs are lower in sugar and calories, while semi-sweet chocolate is more affordable.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine is often less expensive.

mixed dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits can reduce sugar content, while raisins are a cost-effective alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is generally cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).

Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

Melt dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.

Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar until dissolved.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Sift together flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, ground spices, and salt in a separate bowl.

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined.

Stir in mixed dried fruits, chopped nuts, orange zest, and lemon zest.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Once cooled, drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.

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