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Rich, Dense, Bakery-Style Bundt Cake for Chocolate Lovers

Classic Chocolate Pound Cake (No Icing)

A rich, dense, bakery-style chocolate pound cake made with butter, cream cheese, and cocoa powder. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions, and anyone who prefers cake without frosting.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour bundt pan.
  2. Cream butter, cream cheese, and shortening until smooth.
  3. Add sugar gradually; beat until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time.
  5. Whisk dry ingredients separately.
  6. Alternate dry ingredients and milk into batter.
  7. Stir in vanilla.
  8. Pour into pan and smooth top.
  9. Bake 80–90 minutes until done.
  10. Cool 15 minutes, then invert onto rack.

Notes

For the best chocolate flavor, use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder. This dense pound cake slices cleanly and pairs beautifully with coffee, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Store airtight for freshness. Ideal for birthdays, holiday baking, or make-ahead desserts.