Marble Cake
Marble cake is a delightful blend of rich chocolate and buttery vanilla flavors, creating a visual masterpiece that’s as comforting as it is delicious. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for gatherings, evoking nostalgia with every slice. Whether enjoyed with coffee or at festive occasions, this marble cake promises smiles all around. Follow this simple recipe to create your own stunning dessert that will impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients alternating with milk.
- Divide batter in half; mix cocoa into one half.
- Spoon alternate dollops of both batters into the prepared pan and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (97g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg