Best 5 Richest Ever Chocolate Pound Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with our collection of the richest and most decadent chocolate pound cake recipes. These cakes are not for the faint of heart, boasting an intense chocolate flavor that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. From a classic chocolate pound cake to variations swirled with Nutella, studded with chocolate chips, or infused with coffee, each recipe offers a unique and unforgettable chocolate experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow instructions and detailed ingredient lists ensure success. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and create a chocolate masterpiece that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.

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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 POUND CAKE



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This incredible Chocolate Pound Cake is deliciously moist, perfectly fudgy and oozing with deep, rich, chocolate flavor! The perfect cake for chocolate lovers! I've topped it with a glorious chocolate ganache glaze that takes this chocolate pound cake recipe from fabulous to unforgettable.

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup Dutch process cocoa
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt (Kosher)
2 teaspoons espresso powder (or instant coffee)
2 tablespoons hot water
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature (2 sticks))
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs (room temperature)
⅔ cup sour cream (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup heavy cream (or heavy whipping cream)
½ cup bittersweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate chips)
1 teaspoon butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Lightly grease a 8.5 x 4.5" (1 pound) loaf pan (or grease and line with parchment paper).
  • To determine when the cake is done, insert a skewer or toothpick into the thickest part of the cake. There should be a few moist crumbs on the skewer. Let cool in pan for 20 to 30 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack. Let cool before glazing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 103 mg, Sodium 164 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HORTENSIA'S BEST-EVER CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



Hortensia's Best-Ever Chocolate Pound Cake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Unsalted butter, at room temperature (but still firm), to brush pan
1/4 cup sugar, to line pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened Van Leer Dutch process medium cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 3/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons espresso extract (or substitute 2 teaspoons instant coffee dissolved in 1 tablespoon buttermilk)
5 eggs
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
Cocoa powder or confectioners' sugar, to finish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Brush a 10-inch Bundt pan with the room-temperature (but still firm) unsalted butter. Pour 1/2 cup sugar into the pan, swirling the sugar in the pan so that the chimney and sides are covered well. Turn the pan upside down to remove any excess sugar and set aside.
  • Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle, cream the butter on medium speed. Add the sugar and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl with a rubber spatula. Beating at medium speed, add the eggs, one by one, beating only until they are well blended.
  • Beating on low speed, add a third of the flour mixture and a third of the buttermilk. Do this twice more with the remaining dry ingredients and buttermilk, scraping the bowl with a rubber spatula in between. Finally, beat the batter on medium speed for 30 seconds, until it is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake the cake for 50 to 60 minutes, until the top feels springy and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
  • Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for about 20 minutes. Then turn it out onto the wire rack to finish cooling.
  • To finish, dust the cake with cocoa or confectioners' sugar.

SUPER RICH CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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A relatively quick and easy cake, with a dynamite taste! During the school year (my husband and I are both teachers), things get a little hectic with grading exams, papers, and projects...plus my son Jake is starting pre-school in a few weeks...so I'm glad to have some fast, reliable goodies on hand that don't take too much time to make or require a lot of fuss. Try it once--you'll see;)

Provided by JamesDeansGirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (I use Dutch processed)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325*F.
  • Grease and flour a 10" fluted tube pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • In another large bowl, using an electric mixer on high speed, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Blend in the vanilla.
  • In 3 additions each, beat in the flour mixture and sour cream just until combined.
  • Do not overmix.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the center tests done.
  • Cool 10 minutes in pan; invert onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.6, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 143.5, Sodium 370.4, Carbohydrate 68.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 40.5, Protein 7.9

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:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help them incorporate smoothly into the batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dry cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help it rise evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

This chocolate pound cake is a decadent and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its rich chocolate flavor and moist, tender crumb, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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