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A moist, rich chocolate bundt cake dusted with cocoa powder on a white serving plate, featuring a spoonful of melted chocolate in the background.

Chocolate Pound Cake

This rich and moist chocolate pound cake is packed with deep cocoa flavor and studded with dark chocolate chips. Perfect for chocolate lovers and ideal for dessert or an afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a standard loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 65–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For extra richness, serve with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar. This cake also keeps well for several days when wrapped tightly.