Indulgent Chocolate Harmony Loaf Cake
This rich and moist chocolate loaf cake is a chocolate lover's dream. Bursting with deep cocoa flavor and complemented by a fluffy crumb, it's perfect for any occasion. Drizzle it with a silky ganache or top it with powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Each slice offers a nostalgic sweetness, making it ideal for afternoon tea or as a decadent dessert.
ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- 2.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 5.
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth; it will be thin.
- 6.
If desired, fold in chocolate chips for extra richness.
- 7.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- 8.
Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 9.
Once baked, cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10.
Enjoy plain or top with ganache or powdered sugar.
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