Leila's Easy Chocolate Pound Cake

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Leila's Easy Chocolate Pound Cake—a simple yet decadent dessert that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and semi-sweet chocolate chips to create a moist, flavorful cake with the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this chocolate lover's dream comes together effortlessly, thanks to a classic creaming method that ensures a tender crumb. Baked to perfection in under 70 minutes, it’s a versatile treat that can be served as is or with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Perfect for casual weeknight indulgence or as a show-stopping centerpiece for gatherings, this recipe is your go-to for an easy homemade dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips with a spatula to distribute evenly throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar for an added touch of sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1560.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4900.8

Total Fat 195.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1021.3mg	0%
Sodium 2026.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 823.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.1g	0%
Total Sugars 508.3g
Protein 105.8g	0%

Vitamin D 271.4IU	0%
Calcium 684.2mg	0%
Iron 47.3mg	0%
Potassium 3655.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 60.1%