Description
Neapolitan Pound Cake is a delightful tribute to Italian dessert traditions, blending rich flavors of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry into a moist and fluffy cake. Perfect for any gathering or cozy night in, this cake evokes memories of cherished family moments. With its beautifully marbled appearance and tender crumb, it’s a sweet celebration that will leave your taste buds singing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy (4-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and citrus zest before pouring into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg