1/4cupblack cocoa powderif not available, sub for regular cocoa powder
1 1/4cupsgranulated sugar
1cupbutter, unsalted
1/2cupsour cream
3eggs
1tspvanilla extract
1tsp baking powder
1/2tspsalt
Chocolate Ganache
1/2cupdark chocolate chipscan use semi-sweet if preferred
1/2cup heavy cream
Instructions
Spray loaf pan with non-stick spray and line with parchment paper. Set aside. In a medium sized bowl, whisk together: flour, salt, baking powder, and both cocoa powders. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar. Do this with a hand mixer on high speed for 2-3 minutes until texture is light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time just until the yolk disappears.
Beat in sour cream and vanilla extract. Gradually, add in dry ingredients and beat just until combined. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake at 350°F for 1 hour and 7 minutes. The center of the cake will still be a bit wet when a toothpick is inserted. This is okay. The cake will continue to bake for a few minutes after removing from the oven. Place loaf pan on a wire rack to cool for 30 minutes before removing from the pan.
Chocolate Ganache
In a medium sized bowl, add in chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 20 second increments. Stir each time so that the chocolate doesn't burn. Pour ganache over cooled cake. Slice, serve and enjoy!