Chocolate Poundcake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Poundcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 3/4 cups sugar; 1 cup margarine softened; ⅔ cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 large eggs; 2 each chocolate unsweetened squares

Servings: persons

2 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 cup margarine softened
⅔ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
2 each chocolate unsweetened squares

1
In large bowl, combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and sugar.
2
Add margarine, milk, vanilla.
3
Beat on medium speed, for about 2 minutes, to blend ingredients.
4
Add eggs and melted chocolate, beating another 2 to 3 minutes to blend.
5
Turn into greased 3 1/2 inch deep tube pan and bake at 350F (180C).
6
for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
7
Remove from oven and cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert pan and carefully remove cake.
8
Serve warm or cool, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose, 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Poundcake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chocolate Poundcake

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