Luscious Chocolate Pecan Loaf

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips.

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

Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.

Drizzle the ganache over the cooled loaf and let set before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 75 minutes