Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Three Layer Pound Cake, a perfect harmony of decadent chocolate and classic vanilla. This stunning dessert features three moist layers that are sure to impress your guests at any celebration, whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just a sweet treat on a cozy evening. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this cake is both beautiful and delicious, making it a favorite among kids and adults alike. Elevate your dessert game with this delightful layered pound cake that invites endless variations and garnishes.
Ingredients
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- 3 sticks unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups sugar
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 5 tablespoons HOT water
- 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 3 oz heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a tube pan.
- Mix cocoa powder with HOT water in a small bowl until smooth; set aside.
- Whisk flour and baking powder in another bowl; set aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing until combined after each addition.
- Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk mixed with vanilla extract to the batter, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter into three bowls: leave one plain, mix cocoa mixture into another for chocolate batter, and keep the third as vanilla.
- Pour batters into prepared pan in layers. Swirl gently with a knife if desired.
- Bake for approximately 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg