Best 4 Chocolate Streusel Poundcake Recipes

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Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Streusel Pound Cake, a classic dessert elevated with rich chocolate and crunchy streusel topping. This indulgent treat combines the dense, buttery crumb of a traditional pound cake with the intense flavor of cocoa powder, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Experience the perfect balance between the moist, tender cake and the crisp, buttery streusel topping, enhanced by the subtle sweetness of vanilla extract. This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating the perfect Chocolate Streusel Pound Cake, guiding you through each step, from creaming the butter and sugar to incorporating the dry ingredients and folding in the egg whites. Additionally, discover variations such as the irresistible Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Pound Cake, featuring a vibrant raspberry swirl that adds a burst of fruity tartness to the chocolatey goodness. For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, the Gluten-Free Chocolate Streusel Pound Cake offers a delightful adaptation that maintains the same decadent flavor and texture. And if time is of the essence, the Quick and Easy Chocolate Streusel Pound Cake provides a simplified version that delivers the same delicious results with less effort.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

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.

CHOCOLATE CHIP STREUSEL CAKE



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Brown bags and lunch boxes just found a tasty new treat. Here's a cake that's made with wholesome whole wheat flour.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cold butter or margarine, cut into pieces
2/3 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cold butter or margarine
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix 1 cup whole wheat flour, the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture is crumbly. Add buttermilk, vanilla and egg; stir until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Spread in pan.
  • In small bowl, mix streusel ingredients with fork until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle over batter.
  • Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 31 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE



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My mom has been making this chocolate chip cake recipe for 30 years. Topped with a chocolate glaze, it is absolutely divine, I once got up at 5 a.m. to bake a cake before work so the ladies in my office could enjoy it warm from the oven. They loved it! -Michelle Werts Brookville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups sour cream
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
GLAZE:
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Fold in chocolate chips., Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60-65 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., For glaze, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Whisk in confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHUNK-STREUSEL COFFEE CAKE



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Try Chocolate-Streusel Coffee Cake with chocolate chunks, slivered almonds & freshly brewed coffee. Chocolate-Streusel Coffee Cake is a nice morning treat.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Cakes

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
1 cup chopped slivered almonds
1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix
brewed strong MAXWELL HOUSE Coffee (any variety), cooled
1-1/2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate (6 oz.), chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine flour and sugar in medium bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in nuts.
  • Prepare cake batter as directed on package, substituting the brewed coffee for the water.
  • Pour into 15x10x1-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with half the chocolate. Top with nut mixture and remaining chocolate.
  • Bake 20 to 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

- Use room temperature ingredients for the best results. This will help the cake batter mix evenly and create a smooth, moist crumb. - Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. - Be careful not to overbake the cake. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs attached. - Let the cake cool completely before glazing. This will help the glaze set properly.

Conclusion:

This classic chocolate streusel pound cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, moist chocolate flavor and crunchy streusel topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone.

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