Chocolate Pound Cake With Chocolate Glaze
Pound cake got its name from the traditional recipe that called for a pound each of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Chocolate Pound Cake With Chocolate Glaze
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
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Let the glaze cool for a few minutes, then pour it over the cooled cake.
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Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
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Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
