Wonderful Chocolate Pound Cake Recipe

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.
2. Set oven rack to second-lowest position.
3. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
4. In a small bowl, sift together flour, baking cocoa, baking powder and salt; set aside.
5. In a large bowl with a heavy-duty mixer, beat butter, shortening and sugar for 5-6 minutes (until no sugar granules remain, this is important!).
6. Add in vanilla (or liqueur if using) and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Turn mixer to low speed.
8. Add in flour mixture alternating with cream (ending with flour).
9. Add in grated chocolate; mix to combine.
10. Transfer batter to prepared baking pan.
11. Bake for around 75-80 minutes or until cake tests done with a toothpick inserted in the middle.
12. Let cool for 10 minutes.
13. Remove from pan and cool completely.