Chocolate Fudge Pound Cake

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and thoroughly grease and flour a 10-cup bundt pan.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Using a baking spray that contains flour can make this step quicker.

2. 2

   In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until the mixture is light, pale, and fluffy.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: This creaming process incorporates air which helps the cake rise, so don't rush it.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula to ensure everything is evenly mixed.

4. 4

   In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, hot coffee, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, if using, until a smooth paste forms.

   Ongeveer 2 min

5. 5

   With the mixer on low speed, gradually pour the cocoa mixture into the butter and egg mixture, mixing just until combined.

   Ongeveer 1 min

6. 6

   In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt, then add it to the wet ingredients in two batches, mixing on low speed only until no dry flour is visible.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: Avoid overmixing the flour, as this can lead to a tough cake.

7. 7

   Remove the bowl from the mixer and use a spatula to gently fold in the chopped walnuts.

   Ongeveer 1 min

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with the spatula.

   Ongeveer 1 min

9. 9

   Bake for 60 minutes at 190°C (375°F).

   Ongeveer 1 uur

10. 10

    Reduce the oven temperature to 150°C (300°F) and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

    Ongeveer 15 min

    Tip van de kok: A wooden skewer inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached when the cake is done.

11. 11

    Place the pan on a wire rack and let the cake cool in the pan for 20 minutes.

    Ongeveer 20 min

    Tip van de kok: This allows the cake to firm up slightly, making it easier to remove from the pan.

12. 12

    Carefully invert the cake onto the wire rack, lift the pan off, and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.

    Ongeveer 10 min