Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Three Layer Pound Cake, a stunning dessert that masterfully blends rich chocolate and creamy vanilla flavors into a moist, tender cake. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any celebration, this triple-layered treat not only captivates the eye but also satisfies your sweet tooth with every bite. Its versatility allows for endless customization, whether you want to add fresh berries or drizzle it with decadent ganache. Impress your guests and elevate any occasion with this elegant cake that promises to be a showstopper on your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 sticks unsalted butter
- 3 cups sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 3 oz heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a tube pan.
- Mix cocoa powder with hot water until smooth and set aside.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in a bowl.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until incorporated.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk mixture, starting with flour.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, followed by cocoa mixture, then remaining batter.
- Bake for approximately 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg