Chocolate Lovers' Honey Cake

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9- by 5-inch loaf pan. Melt the unsweetened chocolate over simmering water in a double boiler or microwave for 1 minute. Set aside.

   Step 2

   Sift into a mixing bowl the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon and set aside.

   Step 3

   In a large bowl, beat the eggs and add the oil and honey. Then add the brown sugar and melted chocolate.

   Step 4

   Alternately mix in the dry ingredients and the orange juice. Stir in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.

   Step 5

   Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips over the top.

   Step 6

   Bake on the lower rack of the oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a rack for about 15 minutes. Gently run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then remove it from the pan.