"From The Weeknight Dinner Cookbook by Mary Younkin. This is a rich pound cake filled with chocolate chips and pecans, frosted with a perfectly smooth chocolate ganache glaze. It is a dream come true for any chocolate lover. This cake slices beautifully whether the slices are generously thick or dainty and thin, making it perfect for a casual dinner or a special occasion...."
INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup butter, room temperature
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1 2/3 cups light brown sugar
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3/4 cups sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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3/4 cup milk
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour *
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
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Frosting:
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup butter