Chocolate Pound Cake with Fudge Frosting Recipe

Name: Chocolate Pound Cake with Fudge Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter softened; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 3 cups sugar; 5 large eggs; 3 cups cake flour sifted; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup cocoa powder; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups sugar; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; ⅔ cup milk; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 cup butter softened
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
3 cups sugar
5 large eggs
3 cups cake flour sifted
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 1/4 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Cream butter and shortening; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer.
2
Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
3
Combine flour, baking powder, and cocoa; stir well.
4
Add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
5
Mix just until until blended after each addition.
6
Stir in vanilla.
7
Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
8
Bake at 325F (160C) for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
9
Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove from pan, and let cool completely on a wire rack.
10
Spread Fudge Frosting on top and sides of cake.
11
Fudge Frosting: Combine all ingredients except vanilla in a heavy saucepan.
12
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; boil 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
13
Remove from heat; pour into a small mixing bowl, and add vanilla.
14
Beat at cups.

1996

kcal

Calories

Fat

336

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter softened, 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, 3 cups sugar, 5 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Pound Cake with Fudge Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chocolate Pound Cake with Fudge Frosting

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions