Description
This Classic Marble Cake recipe combines moist vanilla and rich chocolate batters swirled together to create a beautiful marbled effect and a delightful, balanced flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is easy to make with simple ingredients and bakes to a soft, tender crumb with a slightly crisp crust.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the flour, sugar, milk, eggs, softened butter, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix batter: Mix the ingredients slowly at first to moisten everything evenly, then beat with an electric mixer at medium speed for about 2 minutes until you achieve a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Divide batter: Reserve ¾ cup of the batter and pour the remaining majority of the vanilla batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Add cocoa powder: Stir the unsweetened cocoa powder into the reserved ¾ cup batter until it is evenly colored and smooth.
- Create marbled effect: Drop large spoonfuls of the chocolate batter on top of the vanilla batter in the pan. Using a knife, gently swirl the chocolate batter through the vanilla batter to create a marbled pattern. Be careful not to overmix.
- Bake the cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool the cake: Remove the cake from the oven and cool briefly on a wire rack. Once cool enough, invert the cake onto a serving plate or wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Do not over-swirl the batter to maintain a clear marbled design.
- Check the cake around 30 minutes to avoid overbaking, as ovens vary.
- Use a toothpick or cake tester to confirm the cake is fully baked.
- This cake can be served plain or with dusted powdered sugar or frosting as desired.
