It was purely by chance that this cake made it into my kitchen.  I am not particularly enthusiastic about gingerbread, nor do I tend to make desserts that do not contain any trace of chocolate.  I am enthused, however, that my guest of honor who is a fan of both gingerbread and fruit desserts inspired me to bake this upside-down cake.  It.  Was.  Delicious.  And pretty!  And really not all that bad for you!  So if you find yourself in the company of one of those people who doesn’t keep an emergency stash of cocoa products in their purse, car, and desk or if you just feel like taking a bite on the other side, try this cake.  I promise even the worst chocoholic won’t be disappointed. 


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