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Chocolate Pound Cake

Irresistibly Moist Chocolate Pound Cake You’ll Crave Forever

This Chocolate Pound Cake is irresistibly moist and decadent, making it the ultimate dessert for any chocolate lover.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; can use gluten-free flour blends.
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-Processed Cocoa Adds rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Contributes moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Coffee/Espresso Powder Enhances richness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter At room temperature.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 4 Large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract.
For the Ganache Glaze
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with milk.
  • 8 ounces Dark or Bittersweet Chocolate Chips Adds chocolate flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Stand Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chocolate Pound Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray, then line it with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, Dutch-processed cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, dissolve instant coffee in buttermilk.
  4. Beat softened unsalted butter until creamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, ensuring full incorporation before adding the next.
  6. Alternately add the buttermilk-coffee mixture and the sifted dry ingredients to the butter mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the lined loaf pan and bake for 50 to 55 minutes.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Whisk heated cream into chocolate chips to make the ganache.
  9. Drizzle the ganache over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients and fresh baking powder will ensure optimal results. Allowing the cake to rest enhances flavor.

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