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Hennessy Pound Cake Recipe
Sally Mckenney

Hennessy Pound Cake Recipe

This Hennessy Pound Cake recipe is a moist, buttery cake infused with Hennessy cognac for a rich, boozy twist on a classic dessert. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you want a treat that feels extra indulgent.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Boozy Desserts
Calories: 420
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients

  • 3 all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup Hennessy cognac
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When preparing a Hennessy Pound Cake, having the right tools ensures the cake bakes evenly and comes out soft, moist, and delicious.
  • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer: Creaming butter and sugar is key for pound cake, so a mixer helps achieve that fluffy texture.
  • 10-inch Tube Pan: Essential for baking this dense yet airy cake. The center tube helps the cake cook evenly.
  • Mixing Bowls: At least two bowls, one for dry ingredients and one for wet ingredients.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons: Accuracy matters, especially when baking with liquor.
  • Wire Cooling Rack: To allow the cake to cool evenly and prevent sogginess.