Description
A classic Neapolitan Pound Cake combines rich flavors of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry in one delicious loaf.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
- Divide the batter into three bowls.
- Mix cocoa powder into one bowl, vanilla extract into another, and strawberry puree into the last.
- Pour the batters into the loaf pan, alternating colors.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before removing from the pan.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Can be served with whipped cream or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Neapolitan Pound Cake, pound cake, dessert, Italian cake