Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup German chocolate, melted and cooled
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Rubber spatula
– 9×5-inch loaf pan
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Greasing your loaf pan with butter and lining it with parchment paper is essential for ensuring your cake comes out easily. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 4-5 minutes, and it’s a great time to enjoy the sweet aroma wafting through my kitchen. After that, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. It’s all about creating that perfect base to support the rich flavors! (See the next page below to continue steps…)