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The Best Chocolate Pound Cake: A Decadent Treat for Every Occasion

The Best Chocolate Pound Cake
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The Best Chocolate Pound Cake is a rich and moist dessert perfect for any celebration or simply to indulge in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until combined.
  5. In another bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For added chocolate flavor, fold in chocolate chips before baking.
  • This cake is best enjoyed the next day after it has set.

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Keywords: Chocolate Pound Cake, Dessert, Cake, Baking

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