Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of our Three Layer Pound Cake, featuring a perfect harmony of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla flavors. This stunning dessert elevates any celebration, whether it’s a birthday party or an intimate family gathering. With its moist texture and beautiful layered design, this cake is not only visually impressive but also incredibly easy to make. Perfect for bakers of all skill levels, you can customize it with your favorite toppings or serve it alongside fresh fruits or whipped cream for an even more delightful experience. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this show-stopping dessert that will surely become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter
- 3 cups (600g) sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking powder
- 1 cup (235g) whole milk
- 2 teaspoons (8g) vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 5 tablespoons (55g) hot water
- 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 3 oz heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Grease and flour a tube pan.
- In a bowl, mix cocoa powder with hot water and set aside.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Cream softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (116g)
- Calories: 492
- Sugar: 47g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 113mg