Description
Indulge in the rich, Oreo-like flavor of this Black Cocoa Loaf Cake. Moist and decadent, this dark chocolate treat is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Dry Ingredients:
Wet Ingredients:
Optional:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, black cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and flavorings: Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add the sour cream and mix until smooth, then gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Optional: Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the loaf pan, bake for 45–55 minutes, then cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra moisture, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Black cocoa powder provides a unique flavor and color—do not substitute with regular cocoa.
- Enhance with powdered sugar or a vanilla glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
