Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet, alternating with buttermilk.
- Fold in pecans and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg