Description
Indulge in the rich, deep flavor of this Black Cocoa Loaf Cake. With a hint of Oreo-like intensity, this moist and decadent cake is perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup hot water
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract. Stir in sour cream and milk.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in hot water.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 45–55 minutes. Cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Black cocoa offers a deep, Oreo-like flavor.
- Enhance with chocolate chips or a chocolate glaze.
- Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
