Description
Marble Cake is a delightful blend of rich chocolate and fluffy vanilla, creating a visually stunning dessert with every slice. This classic treat offers a nostalgic touch, perfect for any celebration or cozy afternoon indulgence. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create this masterpiece that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until smooth.
- Divide the batter between two bowls; stir cocoa powder into one bowl.
- In prepared pans, alternate spoonfuls of both batters and gently swirl them together using a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg