Marble Cake
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and classic vanilla with this Marble Cake recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this visually stunning dessert features beautiful swirls that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to make, it’s a delightful treat that brings joy to family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or just a cozy afternoon at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture while alternating with milk until combined.
- Divide one-third of the batter into another bowl and mix with cocoa powder.
- Spoon dollops of both batters into the prepared pans and swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg