Brownie Swirl Pound Cake

Prepare the Pound Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. Set aside.

Prepare the Brownie Swirl:

6. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
7. Add the cocoa powder, flour, and salt, mixing until fully combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.

Assemble the Cake:

8. Pour half of the pound cake batter into the prepared pan. Spoon dollops of the brownie mixture over the pound cake batter.
9. Use a knife or a skewer to gently swirl the brownie mixture into the pound cake batter. Pour the remaining pound cake batter on top and swirl again lightly.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool and Serve:

11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Slice and serve as desired. Enjoy your delicious brownie swirl pound cake!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 70 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Servings: 12 | Calories: 350 kcal per serving

This Brownie Swirl Pound Cake is a delightful combination of rich chocolate and buttery pound cake, perfect for any occasion or just a sweet treat to enjoy with your favorite beverage! 🍫🍰