Dessert

Double Chocolate Loaf Cake

Enjoy this Light Double Chocolate Loaf Cake with dark chocolate chunks and rich chocolate ganache, just like Starbucks' famous cake.

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Light Double Chocolate Loaf Cake filled with chunks of dark chocolate and topped with a rich chocolate ganache.

Light Double Chocolate Loaf Cake filled with chunks of dark chocolate and topped with a rich chocolate ganache.

Homemade Double Chocolate Loaf Cake

I know some people who don't like chocolate, and that's okay, but a double chocolate loaf cake? That's something everyone can enjoy. We all have our likes and dislikes—like how I don't like lettuce and tomato on my burgers because they take up space that could be used for bacon or onion rings. But chocolate? I can't resist it. Valentine's Day was generous to me, but now all my chocolate is gone. Did I really eat a pound and a half of See's Candies? What was I thinking? They're just so good, and there's a store less than a mile from my house. Oh, great gods of chocolate, have mercy! With my stash gone, I needed to make something for myself. After trying the Double Chocolate Loaf Cake from Starbucks, I knew I could recreate it—and even make it a bit better. This Double Chocolate Loaf Cake is loaded with chocolate chunks throughout the batter and topped with a rich chocolate ganache. Plus, it's sprinkled with more chopped chocolate chunks on top for an extra indulgent treat.

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This is a serious chocolate smack in the face. Will it be as popular as my recent Blood Orange Loaf Cake? Only time will tell, but both of them are knock-out. I think you should make both of them separate days for sure or you might not get off the couch. Easter is just around the corner and that means even more chocolate. Cadbury's Creme Eggs are appearing at every check-stand I end up standing at and man, I love those things. As a kid I'd bite the top off and use a spoon to scoop out the "yolk". Seems like a lot of work, just make some loaf cake and be done already. Have a great weekend people, full of chocolate!

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FAQs: Homemade Double Chocolate Loaf Cake

What Ingredients Are Needed for a Double Chocolate Loaf Cake?
To make a Double Chocolate Loaf Cake, you'll need all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, dark chocolate chunks, and chocolate ganache for topping.

How Do I Make a Moist Double Chocolate Loaf Cake?
To achieve a moist Double Chocolate Loaf Cake, use room-temperature ingredients, don't overmix the batter, and bake at the correct temperature. Adding sour cream or yogurt can enhance moisture.

Can I Freeze a Double Chocolate Loaf Cake?
Yes, you can freeze a Double Chocolate Loaf Cake. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then store it in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw before serving.

How Long Does a Double Chocolate Loaf Cake Last?
A Double Chocolate Loaf Cake can last for about 3-5 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Refrigeration can extend its shelf life by a few more days.

What Is the Best Ganache for Double Chocolate Loaf Cake?
The best ganache for a Double Chocolate Loaf Cake is made with high-quality dark chocolate and heavy cream. This creates a rich, smooth topping that complements the cake's flavor.

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Recipe

Try this Double Chocolate Loaf Cake recipe filled with dark chocolate chunks and topped with a rich chocolate ganache for a decadent treat.

Course:
Dessert
COOKing TIME:
60 minutes
Total TIME:
80 minutes
CUISINE:
American
PREP TIME:
20 minutes
SERVINGS:
8

Ingredients

  • 8 tbsp butter soft
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2/3 cups cocoa powder
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 2 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chunks or chips divided
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes

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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper making sure the edges hang over the sides.
  2. Using a stand mixer beat the butter, sugar, salt, vanilla, baking powder and cocoa until well combined, about 3 minutes on medium speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl down.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time scraping down the sides again.
  4. Add half of the flour and the milk to the batter and mix on low speed for about 2 minutes. Scrape down,
  5. Add the remaining flour and mix until smooth.
  6. Take the bowl from the machine and using a spatula, fold in 1 1/4 cups of the chocolate chips through the batter.
  7. Transfer the batter to your prepared loaf pan and smooth out evenly. Place in the oven and bake for 60 minutes or until the top of the loaf springs back when gently pushed on the surface.
  8. Let cool while making the ganache.
  9. Warm the cream in a small pan over a low heat. Add 1 cup of the chocolate and let the heat of the cream melt the chocolate for a few minutes.
  10. Stir the ganache until smooth and lump free. Pour the ganache over the cake flooding the surface.
  11. Let the cake rest until the ganache has become more firm. You can speed this process up by putting it in the fridge.
  12. Once the ganache is set, lift the cake out of the pan using the parchment paper and garnish with the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired.
  13. Slice the cake into thick wedges with a sharp warm knife and enjoy. You may have to wipe the knife clean after each cut.
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