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Spiced Gingerbread with Dried Fruit and Orange Zest

Recipe by Ludo's Workshops

A moist and fragrant gingerbread, enriched with a blend of hazelnuts, almonds, acacia honey, organic orange zest, and a subtle mix of spices. Topped with a thin layer of apricot jam and an assortment of dried fruits, this comforting cake is perfect for cold winter days.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 25m
Prep
1h 20m
Cook
20m
Cleanup
3h 5m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$19.90
Per serving:$2.49

Critical Success Points

  • Toast the almonds and hazelnuts to develop flavors
  • Prepare the French meringue to add lightness
  • Three‑stage baking with decreasing temperatures for a moist texture

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the oven with gloves to avoid burns
  • Raw egg whites may contain salmonella; use pasteurized eggs if you are sensitive
  • Be careful of hot nut shells when rubbing off skins

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