Chocolate Chip Pound Cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Servings: 18
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors and moist texture of this Chocolate Chip Pound Cake, a beloved classic that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, attending a potluck, or simply craving a delightful dessert for a weeknight treat, this cake is sure to impress. With a perfect balance of sweetness and chocolatey goodness, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups of butter, softened
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups of sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan, ensuring that every corner is well-coated to prevent sticking.
- Combine the softened butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat them together until well blended, creating a smooth and creamy mixture.
- Gradually add the sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, to the mixture, beating well after each addition. This step is crucial as the eggs contribute to the leavening of the cake, resulting in its fluffy texture.
- Alternately add the flour and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour. Beat the mixture until everything is well incorporated.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter, adding a decadent touch of chocolate in every bite.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 1/2 hours, or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and immediately invert it onto a serving plate. This helps prevent the cake from sticking to the pan as it cools.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing it into generous portions for serving.
This Chocolate Chip Pound Cake is best enjoyed with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk, highlighting its rich flavors and moist crumb. Whether you’re savoring it as a dessert after dinner or indulging in a slice for a midday treat, this cake is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more. Perfect for sharing with friends and family or keeping all to yourself, it’s a timeless recipe that will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
