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Luscious Chocolate Pecan Loaf

Luscious Chocolate Pecan Loaf
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Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey experience with our Luscious Chocolate Pecan Loaf! Bursting with rich cocoa flavors and the perfect pecan crunch, this loaf is your new snack-time addiction. It’s cozy, delightful, and downright irresistible!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • For the Ganache:
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and get your loaf pan ready by greasing it and lining with parchment paper for an easy lift-off!

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a big mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt until everything’s mingling nicely.

3. Blend Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, blend the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and perfect.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ones, and love them gently until just combined. No overmixing, please!

5. Fold in Add-Ins

Fold in those scrumptious pecans and dark chocolate chips.

6. Pour Batter into Loaf Pan

Pour the batter into your prepped loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for that picture-perfect bake.

7. Bake the Loaf

Bake for 55-60 minutes. Do the toothpick test – if it comes out clean, it’s ready to go!

8. Cool the Loaf

Let your loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Prepare the Ganache

Heat the heavy cream until it starts to simmer, then pour over your chopped chocolate. After 5 dreamy minutes, stir into silky lusciousness.

10. Drizzle Ganache

Drizzle that ganache all over the cooled loaf and let it set. Slice, enjoy, and repeat!

Notes

Storage

Store the loaf in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Additional Toppings

Feel free to sprinkle some extra chopped pecans or a dusting of powdered sugar on top for presentation.

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