Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup pecans, chopped
– 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
– 4 oz German chocolate, melted
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– 9×5-inch loaf pan
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Parchment paper (optional)
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get this baking party started! First things first, preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease the loaf pan with butter and, if you want, line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal later. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy—this is the stage where your kitchen will start to smell divine! Next, add the eggs one at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition. Once that’s done, combine the buttermilk and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. This mixture will help create a lovely moist cake. (See the next page below to continue steps…)