Glazed Chocolate Plum Piernik Loaf

1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard 9x5 inch loaf pan, lining it with parchment paper.

2

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the honey, sugar, and butter together until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

3

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and gingerbread spices.

4

Whisk the eggs and milk into the cooled honey mixture until well combined.

5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a smooth, thick batter forms.

6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7

Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

9

Once cool, slice the loaf horizontally into two even layers. Spread the plum jam over the bottom layer and place the top layer back on.

10

For the glaze, melt the chopped dark chocolate and heavy cream together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until glossy.

11

Pour the warm chocolate glaze over the assembled loaf, letting it drip down the sides. Allow the chocolate to set before slicing and serving.

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