Best 2 Chocolate Swirl Marble Pound Cake Recipes

Indulge in the rich and marbled goodness of our Chocolate Swirl Marble Pound Cake, a classic dessert elevated with a delightful twist. This moist and decadent pound cake features a captivating swirl of rich chocolate, creating an irresistible combination of flavors and textures in every bite. With its elegant appearance and tantalizing aroma, this cake is perfect for special occasions, afternoon tea parties, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones. Discover the secrets behind this delightful creation with our easy-to-follow recipe, including tips for achieving the perfect marbled effect and ensuring a moist and fluffy crumb.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE SWIRL MARBLE POUND CAKE

Chocolate Swirl Marble Pound Cake image

This has been my favorite pound cake for the last 15 or 20 years. But I must admit that I recently made Juenessa's recipe #188525 and now I have two favorites. :-)

Provided by Kathy

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, softened
3 1/2 cups flour
1 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F Grease a 10" tube pan.
Beat sugar and butter until blended; then increase speed to high and beat until light and fluffy.
Add flour and remaining ingredients EXCEPT cocoa. Beat at low speed until well mixed, scraping bowl often; then increase to high and beat 4 minutes longer, scraping bowl as needed.
Scoop out 2 1/2 cups of batter into a small bowl. Whisk in cocoa powder.
Alternately spoon vanilla and chocolate batters into prepared tube pan. Using a knife, cut and twist through batter to create a marble effect.
Bake 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Then run a spatula or knife around the pan to loosen the cake. Remove cake and cook on a wire rack.

CHOCOLATE SWIRL MARBLE POUND CAKE

CHOCOLATE SWIRL MARBLE POUND CAKE image

Categories Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, softened
3 1/2 cups flour
1 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon espresso powder, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch tube pan. Beat sugar and butter until blended; then increase speed to high and beat until light and fluffy. Add flour and remaining ingredients except for cocoa. Beat at low speed until well mixed, scraping the sides of the bowl often. Then increase speed to high and beat for 4 minutes longer, scraping bowl as needed. Scoop out 2 1/2 cups of batter into a small bowl. Whisk in cocoa and espresso powder. Alternately layer vanilla and chocolate batter into prepared pan. It doesn't have to be perfectly layered. Using a knife, cut and twist through batter to create the swirly marble effect. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out. *Note: The edges of my cake started to brown after only 30 minutes so I had to wrap all the edges with foil. Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes and then run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cake. Remove cake and place on wire rack to finish cooling.

Tips:

Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This will help the batter come together smoothly and evenly.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
Use a toothpick to check if the cake is done. Insert the toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If it comes out with batter or crumbs attached, the cake needs to bake longer.
Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help the cake to set and will make it easier to slice.
For a more intense chocolate flavor, use a darker chocolate for the swirl.
You can also add other flavors to the cake, such as vanilla extract, almond extract, or citrus zest.
Marble pound cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

Chocolate swirl marble pound cake is a classic dessert that is always a hit. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own tastes. With its rich chocolate flavor, moist texture, and beautiful marbling, this cake is sure to be a favorite for any occasion.