Chocolate Chip Loaf Cake

Chocolate chip loaf cake tastes extra moist and is loaded with chocolate chips in each bite. This easy butter cake is manageable and convenient because it’s smaller and quicker than a traditional layer or sheet cake. There’s no complicated decorating required and each slice comes with a fudge-like chocolate peanut butter garnish on top. It’s fun to serve for a small special occasion like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, or whenever you want a treat alongside coffee, tea, or a tall glass of milk!

Ingredients

• 1 and 3/4 cups (219g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup (12 Tbsp; 170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream, at room temperature
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, at room temperature
• 1 cup (180g) mini chocolate chips

Optional Topping

• 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips
• 2 Tablespoons (30g) creamy peanut butter