This recipe for marble cake is a favorite for any occasion, with its beautiful marbled pattern and perfect balance of chocolate and vanilla. It's a moist and tender cake that is sure to impress your family and friends. Give it a try and enjoy the sweet flavors of this homemade treat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Divide the batter in half. Stir cocoa powder into one half.
- Alternate spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Use a knife to create a swirl pattern in the batter.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.