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Marble Loaf Cake

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A moist, buttery marble loaf cake that swirls rich chocolate and classic vanilla for the perfect slice every time.

Ingredients

  • All-Purpose Flour: 1¾ cups – Provides structure while keeping the crumb tender.
  • Granulated Sugar: 1 cup – Sweetens and helps achieve a soft texture.
  • Unsalted Butter: ½ cup (1 stick), softened – Adds richness and buttery flavor.
  • Eggs: 3 large – Bind the batter and contribute to the cake’s fluffy texture.
  • Milk: ½ cup – Moistens the batter and creates a smooth consistency.
  • Vanilla Extract: 1½ teaspoons – Enhances the vanilla swirl’s flavor.
  • Cocoa Powder: ¼ cup – Gives the chocolate swirl its deep, decadent taste.
  • Baking Powder: 2 teaspoons – Leavens the cake, making it rise beautifully.
  • Salt: ¼ teaspoon – Balances sweetness and sharpens other flavors.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Add milk and vanilla, mixing until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Divide the batter in half. Stir cocoa powder into one half until fully incorporated.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Alternate spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate batter into the loaf pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marble pattern.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The top should be golden and gently cracked.
  6. Finishing Touches: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting it out and placing on a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Slice into thick, gorgeous pieces and enjoy with your favorite hot drink or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter once flour is added to keep the cake tender.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep it moist for days.

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