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Chocolate Pound Cake

Indulge in a rich and dense chocolate pound cake that's easy to make and perfect for chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened At room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs At room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder Sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk At room temperature

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
  1. Serve plain or drizzle with chocolate ganache or top with whipped cream.

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.