Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of our Three Layer Pound Cake, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla layers. This showstopper dessert is perfect for any celebration, from birthdays to family gatherings. With its tender crumb and heavenly aroma, it’s sure to become a favorite among your guests. Not only does it boast stunning presentation with its triple layers, but it’s also surprisingly easy to prepare, making it a great choice for bakers of all skill levels. Elevate your dessert game with this classic recipe that promises to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 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 the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a tube pan.
- Bloom cocoa powder by mixing with hot water until smooth; set aside.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk into the batter, starting and ending with flour.
- Divide the batter into three parts; mix one part with the cocoa mixture.
- Pour layers into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg