Cow Pound Cake

Get ready to indulge in the whimsical charm and rich flavor of Cow Pound Cake, a stunning marble cake designed to resemble the playful patterns of a cowhide. This dessert combines a moist, buttery vanilla pound cake with swirls of decadent chocolate, creating the perfect blend of flavors and visual appeal. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, rich cocoa powder, and whole milk, this recipe is easy to prepare and bakes to perfection in under 90 minutes. The secret to its show-stopping "cow print" lies in the alternating layers of vanilla and chocolate batter, gently swirled for that eye-catching effect. Ideal for family gatherings or any occasion that calls for a unique sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress with its mix of artistry and irresistible taste. Serve it as is or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 6 large eggs
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 cup cocoa powder, unsweetened
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or loaf pan to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined and smooth.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract to flavor the batter.

Step 7

Transfer about 1/3 of the batter into a separate bowl. Sift the cocoa powder over this smaller portion of batter and fold gently until uniformly combined. This will be your chocolate batter.

Step 8

Spoon the vanilla batter and chocolate batter alternately into the prepared pan, creating a marbled pattern. Use a butter knife to swirl the two batters together gently for a cow-print effect. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 70-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve your rich, marbled Cow Pound Cake. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1717.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5761.8

Total Fat 246.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1654.6mg	0%
Sodium 2414.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 858.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.3g	0%
Total Sugars 513.0g
Protein 106.2g	0%

Vitamin D 326.5IU	0%
Calcium 644.4mg	0%
Iron 38.7mg	0%
Potassium 2942.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 56.5%