Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake
A rich and moist chocolate loaf cake made with creamy sour cream, delivering a perfectly tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor in every bite.
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in the dry ingredients alternately with sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, serve slices with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache.
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