Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Three Layer Pound Cake, where rich chocolate and fluffy vanilla collide in an exquisite layered treat. Each slice is a delightful experience, showcasing three moist layers that melt in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply satisfying your cravings, this cake not only looks stunning on any dessert table but is also surprisingly easy to make—ideal for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Serve it with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an unforgettable dessert experience. Elevate your gatherings with this decadent cake that promises to impress every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter, softened
- 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
- 4 oz Semi-Sweet or Dark Chocolate
- 3 oz Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a tube pan.
- In a bowl, mix cocoa powder with hot water until smooth; set aside.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time; mix well after each addition.
- Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk mixed with vanilla until just combined.
- Divide batter into three parts: leave one plain, mix cocoa mixture into another, and add melted chocolate to the last part.
- Pour each layer into the prepared pan; 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 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 110mg