Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake
This moist and rich Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake combines the tanginess of sour cream with deep chocolate flavor, perfect for an indulgent dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For extra richness, serve slices with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache.
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