Neapolitan Pound Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Neapolitan Pound Cake! Layers of strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate create a stunning and delicious masterpiece. This easy-to-follow recipe, a family favorite passed down through generations, results in a moist and flavorful cake perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this show-stopping dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 385.1 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Neapolitan Pound Cake

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How to Make Neapolitan Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 12-cup fluted tube pan using solid shortening or margarine.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese and 3 large eggs until smooth.
  4. Add 1 box (15.25 ounces) of your favorite white cake mix and 1 cup milk to the cream cheese mixture. Beat on high speed for 2 minutes.
  5. Divide the batter into three equal portions (approximately 2 cups each).
  6. To the first portion, add 1 packet (3.4 ounces) strawberry milk drink mix. Mix well.
  7. Pour the strawberry batter into the prepared pan.
  8. To the second portion, add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix well.
  9. Pour the vanilla batter over the strawberry batter.
  10. To the remaining portion, add 1 packet (3.4 ounces) chocolate milk drink mix. Mix well.
  11. Pour the chocolate batter over the vanilla batter.
  12. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Let the cake cool upright in the pan for 45 minutes.
  14. Run a knife or spatula around the edges of the cake to loosen it from the pan.
  15. Carefully remove the cake from the pan.
  16. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
  17. Dust with powdered sugar, or serve with ice cream and chocolate sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

173g

Fat

32g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Neapolitan Pound Cake?

Neapolitan Pound Cake takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Neapolitan Pound Cake?

Neapolitan Pound Cake has approximately 385.1 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Neapolitan Pound Cake?

The key ingredients for Neapolitan Pound Cake are Cream Cheese, Eggs, White Cake Mix, Milk, Strawberry Milk Mix, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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