Decadent German Chocolate Pecan Pound Cake 

Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.

2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is thoroughly incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.

6. Fold in the chopped pecans gently to avoid overmixing.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9. Allow the pound cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Slice and serve, optionally garnished with chocolate glaze or whipped cream.

Nutritional Information:
This decadent pound cake contains approximately 350 calories per slice, with about 5 grams of protein and 20 grams of fat, packed with rich flavors and textures.

Time: Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 70 minutes