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Chocolate Pound Cake Recipe

5 from 2 votes
This chocolate pound cake recipe delivers a moist, rich treat with simple ingredients. Follow our step-by-step guide to bake a classic chocolate cake perfect for any occasion. Enjoy variations, toppings, and serving tips to customize your cake to your taste.
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CourseCakes
CuisineAmerican
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Servings12 servings
Calories420kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 loaf pan.
  • Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, then vanilla.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the batter, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
  • Pour batter into the pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g
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