Chocolate Chip Cherry Fruitcake Loaf

Indulge in the delightful fusion of classic holiday fruitcake and everyday comfort with this Chocolate Chip Cherry Fruitcake Loaf! This recipe combines tender, buttery cake with the perfect balance of tart dried cherries, melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, and optional crunchy nuts for a texture-packed treat. Ready in just over an hour, this loaf is as easy to make as it is to devour, featuring simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a year-round snack, each slice delivers a burst of flavor that pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea. Whether served plain or topped with a drizzle of glaze, this moist and delicious loaf effortlessly elevates any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.75 cup dried cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chocolate chips, dried cherries, and nuts (if using) using a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or enjoy with a pat of butter or a drizzle of glaze for extra decadence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(985.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3666.6

Total Fat 181.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 645.0mg	0%
Sodium 1852.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 488.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 308.2g
Protein 54.1g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 326.1mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1098.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 51.4%