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Moist Marble Cake

Moist Marble Cake That's Sure to Impress Your Friends

This Moist Marble Cake combines rich chocolate and buttery vanilla in a delightful swirl, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Use the 'spoon and level' method for best accuracy.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Cane sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides rich flavor and moisture.
  • 4 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can replace with regular milk and lemon juice.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check its freshness before use.
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-Processed Cocoa Powder Natural cocoa powder can be used for different taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Almond extract can provide a bolder taste.
For Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Fold gently into the batter.
  • 1 cup Nuts Walnuts or pecans complement the chocolate beautifully.
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder Mix into the cocoa batter for a delightful twist.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cake pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Marble Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your pan.
  2. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cocoa powder.
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures alternately with buttermilk.
  6. Divide the batter and fold in cocoa to one half.
  7. Spoon alternating batters into the pan and swirl gently.
  8. Bake for 45 to 70 minutes, checking for doneness.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to maintain moisture. It can be enjoyed fresh or stored properly for later consumption.

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