Description
Three Layer Pound Cake is the ultimate dessert that brings together rich chocolate and smooth vanilla flavors in a stunning, multi-layered design. This impressive cake is perfect for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries or simply as a delightful treat to enjoy at home. Its tender texture and elegant presentation make it a showstopper on any dessert table. With easy-to-follow instructions and common ingredients, even novice bakers can create this masterpiece that stays moist and flavorful for days. Share it with friends and family, or savor each slice yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a tube pan.
- Mix cocoa powder with hot water in a small bowl; set aside.
- Whisk flour and baking powder in another bowl.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Alternately add flour mixture and milk (start with flour) to the batter until just combined.
- Divide batter into two bowls; mix cocoa mixture into one half.
- Pour layers into the prepared pan: vanilla batter first, then chocolate, followed by remaining vanilla.
- Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 55g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg