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Chocolate Chip Irish Cream Loaf Cake Recipe

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This Chocolate Chip Irish Cream Loaf Cake is a rich, dense, and moist dessert with a fluffy interior and a crunchy exterior. Infused with the smooth flavor of Irish Cream liqueur and studded with dark chocolate chips, this loaf cake is finished with a sweet Irish Cream glaze and decorated with chocolate shavings or green sugar sprinkles, making it an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Chocolate Chip Irish Cream Pound Cake

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup Irish Cream liqueur
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Irish Cream Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Irish Cream liqueur
  • A pinch of salt
  • Chocolate shavings or green sprinkling sugar for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a loaf pan with nonstick baking spray or line it with parchment paper to facilitate easy removal of the cake.
  2. Mix Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl, combine the melted and slightly cooled unsalted butter with the granulated sugar. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Crack the eggs into a smaller bowl first to check for shells, then add them to the butter and sugar mixture. Stir in the pure vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
  4. Incorporate Irish Cream: Pour in the Irish Cream liqueur and stir everything together until fully blended.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the leavening and salt.
  6. Make the Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until the batter just starts to come together and is smooth but not overmixed.
  7. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold the dark chocolate chips gently into the batter until evenly dispersed.
  8. Bake the Cake: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool the Cake: Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool thoroughly in the pan before glazing.
  10. Prepare the Irish Cream Glaze: While the cake cools, mix the powdered sugar and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Add the Irish Cream liqueur and whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy. You can use a hand mixer for a lighter texture.
  11. Glaze and Decorate: Once the cake has completely cooled, drizzle the Irish Cream glaze over the top.
  12. Final Touch: Sprinkle chocolate shavings or green decorative sugar over the glazed cake to finish.
  13. Serve: Slice the loaf cake and enjoy as a decadent dessert or alongside your favorite coffee or tea.

Notes

  • Ensure the melted butter is cooled slightly before mixing with sugar to avoid cooking the eggs.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better integration into the batter.
  • Line the loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
  • You can substitute dark chocolate chips with semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips based on preference.
  • If you prefer less alcoholic flavor, reduce the Irish Cream liqueur slightly, but it may affect moisture and texture.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and running off.

Find it online: https://cookedbygrace.com/chocolate-chip-irish-cream-loaf-cake-recipe/