If you're looking for the perfect balance between rich flavors and a visually stunning dessert, the Marble Bundt Cake is a classic that never disappoints.
Whether it's for a special occasion, a weekend baking project, or a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or coffee, this cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup milk
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Chocolate Swirl:
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup boiling water
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your Bundt pan by greasing it with butter or oil and dusting it with flour to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color. This step will help create a tender, airy cake.
3. Add the eggs one by one, mixing thoroughly after each addition to incorporate air into the batter, which will result in a fluffy cake.
4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract to the mixture, continuing to mix until the ingredients are fully combined and smooth.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.
Step 2: Prepare the Chocolate Swirl
In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and boiling water. Stir the mixture until it forms a smooth, thick paste, ensuring there are no lumps and everything is well incorporated.
This chocolate mixture will create the rich, fudgy swirl in your marble cake, so take your time to blend it thoroughly for the perfect texture. Once mixed, set it aside to cool slightly before adding it to your cake batter.
Step 3: Assemble the Cake
1. Pour half of the vanilla batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
2. Spoon the chocolate mixture over the vanilla batter, spreading it gently.
3. Pour the remaining vanilla batter on top of the chocolate layer.
4. Use skewer to swirl the batters together, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
Step 4: Bake the Cake
1. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
This Marble Bundt Cake is delicious on its own or can be served with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate glaze. Perfect for dessert or a sweet treat with coffee!
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