Chocolate Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Chocolate Cream Cheese Pound Cake is one of the ways that any chocolate lover will enjoy, especially if he/she loves sweet rich desserts. A great combination of rich cream cheese frosting and rich chocolate cake flavor makes this dessert one of the most popular ones. 

Regardless of the fact that it can be served with a cup of coffee, or even best eaten alone, this cake is guaranteed to tickle the taste buds.So if you love chocolate, be prepared to dive into a sea of desserts with this fabulous! 

This cake is essentially sinful as it combines both chocolate and cream cheese—two components everybody loves. Whether they are enjoying a birthday, an engagement, or just a very fancy meal, this cake never disappoints. 

Well then, put on your apron and let the cook begin! Here are all the nitty-gritty details to making this dessert masterpiece!

Ingredients

To make the perfect chocolate cream cheese pound cake recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened, 1 cup
• 1 cup, 2 sticks unsalted butter softness
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• Cocoa (unsweetened cocoa powder should be used, about 1 cup)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk

For the glaze:

• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Topping

However, this chocolate pound cake does not only taste great on its own, but in addition, you can add toppings of your own choice. Here are some ideas:

• Strawberries
• Powdered sugar

Equipment

Before you start baking, gather the necessary equipment:

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula
• Bundt pan
• Cooling rack

Making Process

Now let’s move to the interesting part of this post—making your chocolate cream cheese pound cake. Follow these simple steps for a delicious result:

Step:1- Preheat your oven  375°F (160°C) . Before baking, grease the bundt pan with butter, oil or margarine and dust with flour to prevent the cake from sticking.

Step:2- Then, add the softened butter and cream cheese to a large mixing bowl. Beat on high speed until smooth and creamy. It is very important to get the right level of moisture for the pound cake.

Step:3- Slowly incorporate the granulated sugar in the butter and cream cheese mixture until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Step:4- Add the eggs one at a time, and beat well after each addition. This will assist in also helping to create a richer texture in your chocolate cake.

Step:5- – In another bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. This will ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients. Keep it to one side.

Step:6- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ones, combining everything just enough. Make sure not to overmix, as this makes the cake turn out very stiff.

Step:7- To the above batter, pour it into the bundt pan and tilt it to ensure the top of the batter is even. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until done in the middle-inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Step:8- In a saucepan over the medium flame, cook the chocolate chips, butter, and heavy cream. Stir the mixture well until it becomes liquid. Turn off the heat, let it cool down a bit. 

Step:9- Once baked, take your cake out of the oven and let it stand in the pan for about 15 minutes while it cools. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Then add the glaze and powdered sugar over the cake.

Storage Tips

To keep your chocolate pound cake recipe fresh, follow these storage tips:

Room temperature: The cake should be kept in an airtight container for 3 days.

Refrigeration: You can keep the cake refrigerated for 7 days

Freezing: If you want to store it for a long time, you can freeze it. Wrap the container in aluminum foil, then put it in the freezer. Can be refrigerated for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

• Calories: 410 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Cholesterol: 97 mg
• Calcium: 9mg
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Fat: 27g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Sodium: 280mg
• Sugars: 20g
• Iron: 2mg

FAQ

Q: You may ask if you can use low-fat cream cheese?

A: Yes, low-fat cream cheese can be used, but the texture and kind of richness produced will be slightly different.

Q: How could I modify the above recipe to a gluten-free cake?

A: You can get all-purpose flour substituted by gluten-free flour if you want this cake to be gluten-free.

Q: Can I add nuts to the chocolate cream cheese pound cake recipe?

A: Absolutely! One can add some chopped walnuts or pecans for extra and a crunch addition.

Final Thoughts

So, all in all, everybody who loves chocolate should give this chocolate pound cake a try. It has a moist feel and great taste that will definitely put it at the top of any occasion desserts. Well, get your ingredients ready and then have a go at making this scrumptious chocolate delight today! You won’t regret it!