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🍫🧀 Chocolate Cream Cheese Pound Cake – Moist, Rich & Absolutely Irresistible! 🧀🍫
“This decadent pound cake combines the deep flavor of chocolate with the creamy tang of cream cheese, creating a dense, moist crumb that practically melts in your mouth. Perfect with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate glaze!”
Chocolate lovers and cream cheese enthusiasts alike will rejoice at this combination. Every slice is tender, rich, and full of flavor—the kind of cake that makes you stop mid-bite just to savor it. Serve it for brunch, dessert, or a special occasion, and watch it disappear almost instantly.
📜 A Little History
Pound cake originated in 1700s Europe, defined by its simple proportion: a pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. Over time, bakers added flavorings and mix-ins to create countless variations. The addition of cream cheese creates a luscious, tangy layer of richness that enhances chocolate without overpowering it. Chocolate cream cheese pound cakes became particularly popular in America in the mid-20th century as home bakers experimented with combining two beloved flavors: chocolate and cheesecake.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Chocolate glaze or ganache
- Fresh berries for serving
🥣 Instructions & Methods
1️⃣ Prep the Pan & Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Cream the Butter & Cream Cheese
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add sugar gradually and beat until fluffy.
3️⃣ Add Eggs & Flavor
- Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
5️⃣ Mix Wet & Dry
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix.
6️⃣ Bake
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7️⃣ Optional Toppings
- Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with chocolate glaze, or serve with fresh berries.
🎨 Formation Tips for Perfection
- Room temperature ingredients: Butter, cream cheese, and eggs at room temp create a smoother batter and more even bake.
- Do not overmix: Overbeating can create a dense, tough cake rather than a moist, tender crumb.
- Check doneness early: Ovens vary—start checking at 55 minutes to prevent overbaking.
- Storage: Wrap in foil or store in an airtight container. Keeps moist for up to 5 days; can be frozen for up to 2 months.
❤️ For the Cake Lovers
This cake is perfect for anyone who loves the decadence of chocolate and the creamy tang of cream cheese. It’s luxurious without being heavy, comforting yet elegant, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. One bite, and it’s easy to understand why this cake disappears so quickly!
🎯 Conclusion
The Chocolate Cream Cheese Pound Cake is proof that simple ingredients, combined thoughtfully, create magic in the kitchen. Rich, moist, and full of chocolatey goodness, it’s the kind of dessert you’ll make over and over, each time with a little extra love.
If you like, I can also make a “Deluxe Lovers’ Version” of this cake with a swirl of cream cheese inside and chocolate ganache drip on top, perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or Valentine’s Day. That version looks as impressive as it tastes.
Do you want me to make that next?