Dreamy Cream Cheese Chocolate Pound Cake

Dreamy Cream Cheese Chocolate Pound Cake

Introduction

This Dreamy Cream Cheese Chocolate Pound Cake is a luscious, moist chocolate cake with a hint of tangy cream cheese that makes every bite irresistible. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent afternoon treat, it’s rich but surprisingly soft and tender. The chocolate glaze on top adds a glossy, decadent finish, making it look as dreamy as it tastes.

Ingredients

For the Pound Cake:

• 2 oz (60 g) dark chocolate, chopped
• 3/4 cup (105 g) all-purpose gluten-free flour (or regular flour if preferred)
• 1/2 tsp xanthan gum (omit if using a blend that already contains it)
• 1/4 cup (36 g) cornstarch (or arrowroot/potato starch)
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 3/4 cup (60 g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder
• 16 Tbsp (224 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
• 9 oz (252 g, about 5 large) eggs, at room temperature
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (2 fl. oz.) brewed coffee or milk, at room temperature
• 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• 4 oz (115 g) dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/4 cup (2 fl. oz.) heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions