DOUBLE CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO POUND CAKE

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Two of my biggest loves in life-chocolate and coffee-come together in this velvety pound cake. Grate some extra chocolate on top and thank me later. -Rachel Bernhard Seis, Taste of Home Senior Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup brewed espresso
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups sugar
5 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons 2% milk
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt milk chocolate in espresso; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Stir in chocolate chips and melted chocolate mixture., Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 325° until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean, 80-90 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the confectioners' sugar, milk, vanilla and salt; frost cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 91g carbohydrate (71g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Qaiser Mughal
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This cake is dense and moist, with a rich chocolate flavor. The espresso adds a nice touch of bitterness that balances out the sweetness.


gabo mgela
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate pound cake.


Md Sahajala
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a showstopper!


Midul Mojumdar
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Umulkheyr Nueman
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This cake is perfect for chocolate lovers. It's rich and decadent, but not too heavy.


Crymson Gamez
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I'm not a big fan of coffee, but I really enjoyed this cake. The espresso flavor is not too strong.


kanxa raza
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the chocolate and espresso flavors complement each other.


Sanaullah Chowdhury
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best chocolate cake she had ever had.


Saroj Gurung
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The espresso flavor in this cake is subtle but noticeable. It adds a nice depth of flavor without being overpowering.


Rahmat king khan
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I was surprised at how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems.


Gamer Lucifer
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Followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! Even my picky kids loved it.


nourhan kasper
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This double chocolate espresso pound cake was a hit at my dinner party! It was moist, flavorful, and the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness. I'll definitely be making it again.