Easy and Best Marble Cake Recipe
Indulge in the blissful marriage of vanilla and chocolate with this marble cake, a visually stunning and harmoniously flavored delight that combines ease of preparation with crowd-pleasing perfection.
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Calories: 250kcal
Servings: 12
Equipment
- Electric Mixer or Hand Mixer
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Spatula or Wooden Spoon
- 9-inch Round Cake Pans
- Knife or Skewer
- Cooling Rack
- Oven and Oven Mitts
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- In a separate bowl, take about 1 to 1.5 cups of the batter. Mix in the cocoa powder, creating the chocolate batter.
- Drop alternating spoonfuls of the vanilla and chocolate batters into the prepared cake pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together for the marble effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice and enjoy your homemade marble cake!
Notes
- Ingredient Prep: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature, measured accurately, and sifted as required.
- Proper Mixing: Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, add eggs one at a time, and mix dry ingredients gradually for a smooth batter.
- Swirling Technique: Achieve the marble effect by alternating spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate batters, then gently swirl with a knife.
- Baking Time: Follow the recommended baking time, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
- Cooling Before Slicing: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal