Chocolate Truffle Loaf
Indulge in the decadence of this Chocolate Truffle Loaf, a dessert lover's dream that combines rich dark chocolate and velvety textures in every bite. Made with premium dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more) and a perfect balance of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and cocoa powder, this fudgy loaf cake is both irresistible and easy to prepare. Its luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth interior is achieved by folding melted chocolate into a delicate batter, while careful baking ensures a moist center with a slightly crisp top. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, this loaf is perfect on its own or paired with fresh berries or whipped cream for an elegant dessert. With a quick 20-minute prep time and a bake time of just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for special occasions or satisfying your chocolate cravings in style.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more)
- 200 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 30 grams Cocoa powder, unsweetened
- 100 ml Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a standard loaf pan (approximately 9x5 inches) with butter. Line the loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and melt it gently using a double boiler or by microwaving it in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. Set it aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Next, stir in the vanilla extract and heavy cream.
Sift the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt into a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
Once the batter is mostly combined, gently fold in the melted chocolate until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and use a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs (do not overbake, as the loaf should remain fudgy).
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then use the parchment paper overhang to lift the loaf onto a wire rack and let it cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 339.9 g | 436% | |
| Saturated Fat | 201.5 g | 1007% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1281 mg | 427% | |
| Sodium | 1584 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.1 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.2 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 237.2 g | ||
| Protein | 65.1 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 47.4 mg | 263% | |
| Potassium | 2913 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
