A delicious chocolate chip cake made with a blend of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, perfect for dessert or any occasion.
1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3: In a large bowl, combine the sugar and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer for about 3 minutes, until pale in color.
4: Add the softened butter to the bowl and beat for an additional 3-4 minutes, until smooth and creamy.
5: Beat in the cinnamon and vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.
6: Stir in the buttermilk and Greek yogurt or sour cream.
7: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined with a spatula.
8: Fold in the chocolate chips. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
9: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
10: Top with additional chocolate chips.
11: Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12: Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
13: Transfer the loaf to a wire rack and let cool completely before slicing and serving.
