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Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake

Deliciously Moist Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake Recipe

Indulge in this Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake, a rich and moist dessert perfect for sharing or savoring alone.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, cake recipe, chocolate cake, Dessert Recipe, moist cake, Sour Cream Chocolate Loaf Cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour sifted for a lighter texture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the cake
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder provides rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cake rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder works with baking soda for fluffiness
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened for easier mixing
  • 1 cup sour cream provides incredible moisture
  • 2 large eggs room temperature for better mixing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds aroma and flavor
  • 0.5 cups chocolate chips optional for extra chocolatey goodness

Instructions

Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
  • Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
  • If using, fold in chocolate chips for extra richness.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  • Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and do not overmix the batter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 6mg