Description
Marble cake is a beloved dessert that perfectly combines rich chocolate and buttery vanilla flavors in a beautiful swirl. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress at any gathering, from birthdays to casual afternoon teas. With its striking appearance and delightful taste, this marble cake will become a family favorite, inviting sweet memories with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf or bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Divide the batter in half; mix cocoa powder into one half. Spoon alternating dollops of both batters into the prepared pan and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow it to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg