Italian Pan Pepato with Chocolate and Spices

A Spiced Italian Chocolate Fruitcake

Enjoy a rich and hearty Italian specialty dessert combining chocolate, dried fruits, and nuts with a hint of spices, perfect for festive occasions.

1 h 45 min
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dry Mix

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

½ tsp ground cloves

½ tsp ground nutmeg

For the Wet Mix

½ cup honey

¼ cup brown sugar

½ tbsp unsalted butter

2 tbsp water

Add-Ins

1 cup dark chocolate chips

½ cup dried figs, chopped

½ cup raisins

½ cup almonds, chopped

½ cup hazelnuts, chopped

For Topping

1 tbsp icing sugar for dusting

Preparation

Marinating the Fruits

Mix Fruits

Mix dried figs and raisins in a bowl.

Add Water

Add 2 tbsp of warm water and let soak for 15 minutes.

Drain Fruits

Drain excess water before mixing.

Preparing the Dry Ingredients

Whisk Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Sift Mixture

Sift ingredients to ensure an even mix.

Cooking Process

Melting Process

Heat honey, brown sugar, butter, and water in a saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves.

Combining Process

Gradually pour the wet mix into the dry mix bowl, stirring gently.

Adding Extras

Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, and the soaked fruits. Mix until just combined.

Plating & Serving

Italian Pan Pepato with Chocolate and Spices

FaUtensils

Slice and Dust

Once cooled, slice the Pan Pepato and dust it with icing sugar for a beautiful and rustic presentation.

Sauce Pairings

Chocolate Ganache

Optional chocolate ganache drizzle for extra richness

Garnishes & Accompaniments

Fresh mint leavesGrated orange zest

Perfect Sides

Vanilla gelato

Espresso