Indulge in the rich flavors of this German Chocolate Pecan Pound Cake, featuring a moist, chocolatey crumb with a delightful crunch of pecans. Perfect for celebrations or whenever you crave something sweet and satisfying!

Ingredients

1 cup pecans, chopped
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup buttermilk
1½ cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt


Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.

2️⃣ Cream the Butter and Sugar:

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

3️⃣ Incorporate the Eggs:

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

5️⃣ Mix the Batter:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.

6️⃣ Fold in the Pecans:

Gently fold in the chopped pecans, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

7️⃣ Bake the Cake:

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8️⃣ Cool the Cake:

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

9️⃣ Serve and Garnish:

Slice and serve plain, or elevate it with a drizzle of chocolate glaze or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

Nutritional Information (per slice):

Calories: ~350
Protein: ~5g
Fat: ~20g