Baking Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Set this aside.
• In a large bowl, beat together ½ cup unsalted butter and 1 cup sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
• Mix in 2 large eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with ½ cup of milk. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
• Gently fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans and 1 cup of chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
• Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
• Bake in your preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Once baked, allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.