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Hennessy Pound Cake Recipe
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Hennessy Pound Cake Recipe

When it comes to desserts, pound cake holds a special place. It's rich, buttery, and always comforting. But have you ever tried a Hennessy Pound Cake Recipe? This twist on the classic pound cake adds a dash of Hennessy for an extra layer of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Flour = 03 cups all-purpose
  • Sugar = 02 cups
  • Unsalted Butter = 01 cup
  • Eggs = 05 large
  • Whole Milk = 1/2 cup
  • Hennessy Cognac = 1/4 cup
  • Vanilla Extract = 01 teaspoon
  • Baking Powder = 01 teaspoon
  • Salt = 1/2 teaspoon 

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Bundt Pan or Loaf Pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling Rack

Method
 

  1. Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Grease and flour a Bundt or loaf pan to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar
  1. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a mixer.
  2. Mix until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 3: Add the Eggs
  1. Add the eggs one at a time.
  2. Beat well after adding each egg.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5: Combine Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, stir together milk, Hennessy, and vanilla extract.
Step 6: Alternate Dry and Wet Ingredients
  1. Slowly add the dry mix to the butter mixture.
  2. Alternate with the wet mix, starting and ending with the dry.
  3. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing.
Step 7: Pour the Batter
  1. Pour the batter into your greased pan.
  2. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
Step 8: Bake the Cake
  1. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes.
  2. Check by inserting a toothpick—it should come out clean.
Step 9: Cool and Serve
  1. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  2. Turn it out onto a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Servings and Preparation Times
  1. Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  2. Cooking Time: 60-70 minutes
  3. Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  4. Serves: 10-12 slices

Notes

  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This helps the batter mix evenly.
  • Don’t Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Grease the Pan Well: You don’t want your cake to stick.
  • Cool the Cake Completely: This helps the flavors set.