Follow these steps for perfect results
butter
softened
sugar
Crisco
eggs
vanilla
salt
cocoa
flour
sifted
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Cream together butter, Crisco, and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Sift together dry ingredients (flour, cocoa, salt).
Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
Pour batter into a greased and floured loaf pan.
Bake for 1 hour and 25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, add chocolate chips to the batter.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Slice and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve with coffee or tea.
Accompany with fresh berries.
A sweet, fortified wine complements the chocolate flavor.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A classic American dessert.
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