Step 1

Preheat the oven to 360°F/180°C. Grease a large loaf pan (approx. 11-12 in / 28-30 cm) and dust with a bit of cocoa. Beat the eggs with the sugar. Whisk together the milk and oil.

Step 2

Mix the dry ingredients - flour, almonds or nuts, baking powder, spices, and cocoa. Add to the egg mixture alternating with the milk and oil mix. Stir vigorously but not too long. Fold in chopped or grated chocolate. Pour dough into the pan and smooth out.

Step 3

Bake the cake for 55-60 minutes. Test with chopsticks. Let cool. Either serve dusted with powdered sugar only or frost with spice glaze. Mix sifted powdered sugar with gingerbread spice and 4 to 5 tablespoons of milk to make a thick glaze.