Best 5 Chocolate Pound Cake Iii Recipes

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**Chocolate Pound Cake: A Trio of Decadent Delights**

Indulge in the irresistible charm of chocolate pound cake, a classic dessert elevated to new heights with three distinct recipes. Embark on a culinary journey that explores the rich depths of chocolate, from the classic simplicity of the original to the luscious indulgence of the sour cream and chocolate chip variations. Each recipe promises a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you prefer the timeless elegance of the traditional cake, the tangy zest of sour cream, or the irresistible allure of chocolate chips, these recipes guarantee an unforgettable chocolate experience. Prepare to be captivated by the moist, dense crumb, the velvety smooth frosting, and the symphony of chocolate flavors that define this iconic dessert.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE III



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A dense chocolate cake made in a Bundt pan. Dust with confectioners' sugar for a nice presentation.

Provided by SDFS

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pound Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups butter, softened
3 cups white sugar
5 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan. Mix together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the dissolved coffee and buttermilk. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 20 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.2 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 104.5 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 318.4 mg, Sugar 38.5 g

EASY CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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-Cynthia Allen, Buffalo, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
4 large eggs
1-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake and pudding mixes, eggs, water and oil. Beat on low speed until moistened. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave frosting on high for 10-15 seconds or until thin. Drizzle over cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BASIC CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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This chocolate pound cake is one of my favorite cakes to bake. A friend of mine gave me this recipe years ago. Somehow it just gets better each time you bake it! -Doris Fletcher, Hendersonville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder and cocoa. Combine milk and vanilla. Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture alternately with milk mixture. Mix well. , Pour into greased 10-in. tube pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 70-80 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, room temperature, plus more for greasing the pan
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cocoa
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
3 cups sugar
5 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 10-inch tube pan with butter.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, salt and cocoa together. Set aside.
  • With an electric mixer, cream the 1 cup butter, the shortening and the sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs one a time, beating well after each addition. With the motor running, add the flour mixture and the milk alternately, beginning and ending with the flour. Add the vanilla.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake; it should come out clean. Cool the cake in the pan for 30 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Slice the cake and serve topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

BEST CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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A delicious make-ahead cake which freezes well. Wonderful warm, topped with a little butter and a glass of milk!

Provided by m-ann

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pound Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup shortening
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups white sugar
5 egg yolks
5 egg whites
3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ¼ cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
  • Cream shortening and butter until light and fluffy, gradually adding sugar. Beat well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating after each addition.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, salt, cocoa and cinnamon together. Add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix just until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  • In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold carefully into cake batter, mixing only until no streaks remain. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10 inch tube pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes, remove from pan, and let cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.8 calories, Carbohydrate 77.5 g, Cholesterol 128.1 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 264.4 mg, Sugar 51.5 g

Tips:

- Use good quality chocolate. It makes a big difference in the flavor of the cake. - Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients to mix together more evenly. - Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the cake, making it lighter and more tender. - Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the cake from curdling. - Sift the flour and baking powder together before adding them to the batter. This will help to prevent the cake from being dense. - Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. - Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to prevent the cake from sinking in the middle. - Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Chocolate pound cake is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With these tips, you can make a perfect chocolate pound cake every time.

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