Best 2 Red Velvet Swirl Pound Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Red Velvet Swirl Pound Cake recipe, a harmonious blend of classic flavors and vibrant colors. This moist and fluffy pound cake boasts a captivating red velvet batter swirled with a rich cream cheese filling, creating an enticing contrast of flavors and textures. It's a perfect treat for special occasions or simply as a delightful dessert to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Our comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring baking success even for novice bakers. We'll introduce you to the essential ingredients and techniques needed to create this stunning cake, including tips on achieving the perfect swirl effect.

In addition to the Red Velvet Swirl Pound Cake recipe, we present a collection of equally tempting variations that cater to different tastes and preferences. Discover the classic Red Velvet Pound Cake, a timeless favorite with its deep red color and subtle cocoa flavor. For a zesty twist, try the Lemon Swirl Pound Cake, where the tangy lemon filling complements the sweetness of the pound cake perfectly.

Chocolate lovers will delight in the Chocolate Swirl Pound Cake, a rich and indulgent treat with a luscious chocolate filling. If you prefer a nutty flavor, the Banana Nut Swirl Pound Cake combines the moistness of banana with the crunch of walnuts, creating a delightful symphony of flavors.

Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a moist, flavorful pound cake with a tender crumb and a tantalizing swirl filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, our Red Velvet Swirl Pound Cake and its variations promise an unforgettable baking experience and a delicious outcome that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RED VELVET SWIRL POUND CAKE



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Make and share this Red Velvet Swirl Pound Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups sifted cake flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs
1 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup milk chocolate, morsels melted
1 1/4 teaspoons liquid red food coloring
3 cups powdered sugar
9 tablespoons whipping cream
salt, a pinch
edible white glitter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Sift together flour and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer 2 minutes or until creamy.
  • Gradually add sugar; beat at medium speed 5 minutes or until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until yellow disappears.
  • Gradually add 1/2 of flour mixture to butter mixture, beating at low speen.
  • Add 1 cup cream and extracts, beating just until blended.
  • Add remaining flour mixture, beating just until blended.
  • Scrape down sides of bowl; increase speed to med-high and beat 5 minutes (batter will become very creamy and satiny).
  • Reserve 1 1/2 cups batter.
  • Pour remaining batter into greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
  • Add melted chocolate and food coloring to reserved batter; stir until blended.
  • Add to batter in pan in 2 batches, using a spoon to swirl the batters.
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 5 minutes or until a long wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan on wire rack 30 minutes.
  • Run a knife around edges to loosen cake; cool completely in pan.
  • Whisk together powdered sugar, 9 tablespoons cream, and pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth; spoon thickly over cake.
  • Let stand 15 minutes; sprinkle with glitter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 742.4, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 190.1, Sodium 199, Carbohydrate 110.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 82.2, Protein 7.1

JAN'S RED VELVET SWIRL POUND CAKE



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Deep, rich, red velvet and vanilla are swirled together in this moist pound cake.

Provided by What's for dinner, mom?

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pound Cake Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
3 cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
6 large eggs, at room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons red velvet emulsion (such as Lorann®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese together in a bowl using an electric mixer until well combined. Add sugar and beat until fluffy. Mix vanilla extract, salt, and baking powder into the creamed mixture. Beat in 2 eggs. Add 1 cup flour and mix well. Add 2 eggs and mix well. Add 1 cup flour and mix well. Add last 2 eggs and mix well. Add remaining 1 cup flour and mix until batter is smooth.
  • Remove 2 cups batter and place in a separate bowl. Stir in cocoa powder and red velvet emulsion. Pour 1/2 the plain batter into the prepared pan. Add 1/2 the red velvet batter and swirl with a knife. Repeat with remaining plain batter and red velvet batter, swirling gently.
  • Bake on the middle rack of the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.8 calories, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 174.5 mg, Fat 32.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 329 mg, Sugar 50.4 g

Tips:

  • It's important to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy to incorporate air into the batter and achieve a tender cake crumb.
  • Make sure to use room temperature ingredients, as this will help the cake batter to mix together smoothly and evenly.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • For a more vibrant red color, use a high-quality red food coloring gel.
  • To create a marbled effect, spoon the red velvet batter into the white batter and swirl it in gently with a knife or toothpick.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This Red Velvet Swirl Pound Cake is a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb, vibrant red color, and rich cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to impress. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe provides all the necessary steps and tips to create a delicious and visually stunning cake.

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