Description
This delicious marble cake combines moist vanilla and rich chocolate batters swirled together to create a beautiful marbled effect. Perfect for any occasion, this classic cake is easy to make and yields a tender, flavorful dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup boiling water
Optional
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer on medium speed, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined to prevent overmixing.
- Create Cocoa Paste: In a separate bowl, mix the cocoa powder with boiling water to create a smooth, thick paste.
- Divide Batter: Split the batter into two bowls. Stir the cocoa paste into one half until fully incorporated.
- Layer Batters: Alternate spoonfuls of the vanilla and chocolate batters into the prepared pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marble effect.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Finishing Touches: Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar or frost with your choice of chocolate or vanilla frosting for added richness and decoration.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the cake tender.
- The optional chocolate chips can be mixed into the chocolate batter for an extra chocolatey texture.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can use a toothpick or skewer to create various marble patterns depending on your preference.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
