Chocolate Pound Cake with Chocolate Frosting
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Chocolate Pound Cake with Chocolate Frosting, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This moist and tender cake features a deep chocolate flavor, enhanced by a creamy frosting that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether it’s for a celebration or just a sweet treat for yourself, this cake is simple to prepare and can easily be customized with toppings like chocolate chips or fresh berries. Surprise your guests or enjoy a slice on your own—this delightful dessert promises to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (350g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (220g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (120ml) sour cream
- ½ cup (85g) mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate, optional
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- ¼ cup (60ml) milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a loaf pan or bundt pan.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk and sour cream.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow cake to cool before making frosting by mixing softened butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg