Dark Chocolate Loaf Cake
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This dark chocolate loaf cake has become my go to dessert whenever I want something decadent but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for unexpected guests or weekend cravings. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants that actually make you feel less guilty about indulging, and the addition of walnuts brings a lovely texture while boosting the nutritional value. Best of all, it uses pantry staples you probably already have on hand, so there's no need for a special trip to the store. Trust me, this is pure chocolate bliss made simple.
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Ingredients
- 400 gdark chocolate(coarsely chopped)
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 50 gbaking powder
- 20 gsalt
- 4 nulllarge eggs
- 150 mlwhole milk
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 10 mlvanilla extract
- 100 gwalnuts(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23cm loaf tin and line the base with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to whisk well to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter.
Tip: Add the vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix.
- 5
Fold in the chopped dark chocolate and walnuts.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid crushing the chocolate.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly distributed.
- 7
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Do not open the oven door during the baking time.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the cake cool completely before slicing.
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