Best 3 Simple Marble Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the classic marbled delight with our comprehensive guide to baking a Simple Marble Cake. This timeless treat combines the rich flavors of chocolate and vanilla in a mesmerizing swirl, creating an elegant and delectable dessert. Our meticulously crafted recipes offer variations for every baker's skill level, whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice in the kitchen. From a classic marble cake with a tender crumb and moist texture to a gluten-free version that caters to dietary restrictions, we've got you covered. Embrace the joy of baking as you whip up this iconic cake, perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MARBLE CAKE



Marble Cake image

Spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate swirl together to make this delightful marble cake for dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-by-5-inch loaf

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
1 3/4 cups cake flour (not self-rising)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2/3 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Generously butter a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan; set aside. Whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until combined after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Mix in vanilla. Add flour mixture in 2 batches, alternating with the buttermilk and beginning and ending with the flour. Set aside 1/3 of the batter.
  • In a bowl, mix cocoa and 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water with a rubber spatula until smooth. Add the cocoa mixture to the reserved cake batter; stir until well combined.
  • Spoon batters into the prepared pan in 2 layers, alternating spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate to simulate a checkerboard. To create marbling, run a table knife (or wooden skewer) through the batters in a swirling motion.
  • Bake, rotating the pan halfway through, until a cake tester comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Transfer pan to a rack to cool 10 minutes. Turn out cake from pan and cool completely on the rack. Cake can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.

EASY MARBLE CAKE



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This recipe is so easy, rich, and YUMMY!!! You must definately try it with coffee, milk, or just by itself.

Provided by Capncrunch

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 9x12 pan

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup butter (melted)
4 eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
16 ounces sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2-1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour 9x12 baking dish. Mix all ingredients together in large bowl. Pour mixture into baking dish.
  • For topping:
  • Blend all topping ingredients together in bowl. Sprinkle on cake, then swirl once with knife. Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8125.1, Fat 448.4, SaturatedFat 249.8, Cholesterol 1544.5, Sodium 5496.4, Carbohydrate 991.2, Fiber 37.8, Sugar 641.7, Protein 104.4

MARBLE CAKE I



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A good practical cake, one that I make quite often.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch round pan.
  • Place flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, butter or margarine, eggs, vanilla, and milk into mixing bowl. Beat slowly to moisten, then beat with an electric mixer at medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth. Reserve 3/4 cup batter; pour the remainder into pan.
  • Stir cocoa into the 3/4 cup reserved batter. Drop by spoonfuls over top of white batter. Using a knife, swirl the cocoa batter into the white batter to incorporate it in a marble effect.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until an inserted wooden pick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 63.6 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 303.9 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

Tips:

  • Use room-temperature ingredients: This will help the cake batter come together more smoothly and evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will incorporate air into the batter, making the cake lighter and more tender.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Alternate adding the flour and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with flour: This will help prevent the batter from becoming too thick or too thin.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Divide the batter evenly between two bowls: Add cocoa powder to one bowl to create the chocolate batter.
  • Swirl the chocolate batter into the vanilla batter: Do not overmix, as you want to create a marbled effect.
  • Bake the cake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: Be careful not to overbake the cake, as it will become dry.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This simple marble cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its moist, tender crumb and rich, chocolatey flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this marble cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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