Description
Indulge in the exquisite delight of Three Layer Pound Cake, a stunning dessert that combines rich flavors and an eye-catching presentation. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or as a special treat, this moist cake features alternating layers of velvety vanilla and decadent chocolate. Each slice is not only visually appealing but also offers a satisfying taste that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With simple ingredients and customizable options, you can create a masterpiece that impresses at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 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 and grease a tube pan.
- In a small bowl, combine cocoa powder with hot water; set aside.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Cream softened butter in a mixer, then gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk mixed with vanilla to the butter mixture; mix just until combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls: leave one plain vanilla, mix another with cocoa mixture for chocolate layer, and keep the last as vanilla.
- Pour layers into the prepared tube pan and bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before removing from pan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg