Hidden Heart Chocolate Loaf Cake
This indulgent Hidden Heart Chocolate Loaf Cake features a rich chocolate exterior with a surprise heart-shaped center, perfect for special occasions and chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 100g white chocolate for the heart shape
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Prepare the white chocolate heart shapes by melting white chocolate and pouring it into a heart-shaped mold. Chill until set.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat egg yolks with sugar until thick and pale. Add melted butter and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternating with milk, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the chocolate batter.
- Pour half of the chocolate batter into the loaf pan. Arrange the chilled white chocolate hearts in a line down the center.
- Carefully spoon the remaining batter over and around the hearts to cover them completely.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the edges comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
For an extra decadent touch, serve slices with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of raspberry sauce.
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