Description
This Soft, Moist and Easy-to-Make Vanilla and Chocolate Marble Loaf Cake is the perfect homemade treat for any occasion. With a beautiful swirl of rich chocolate and classic vanilla, this loaf cake is soft, buttery, and visually stunning. It’s made with simple pantry ingredients, bakes up perfectly every time, and is ideal for brunch, dessert, or a cozy coffee break.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
- Divide batter into two bowls. In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder with hot water to form a smooth paste. Stir this into one bowl to create the chocolate batter.
- Spoon vanilla and chocolate batters alternately into the loaf pan. Swirl gently with a knife to create a marble effect.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Add chocolate chips for an extra indulgent touch.
- Orange zest in the vanilla batter offers a refreshing twist.
- Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to make it gluten-free.
- Top with a light glaze or dusting of powdered sugar for a finished look.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a soft texture.
