Chocolate Swirl Breakfast Cake
Start your day with a slice of indulgence with this Chocolate Swirl Breakfast Cake—a soft and buttery treat swirled with ribbons of rich cocoa for the perfect balance of sweetness and decadence. This easy-to-make cake combines a light vanilla base with a luxurious chocolate batter, creating a stunning marbled effect that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. With just 15 minutes of prep and a bake time of 35 minutes, this cake is ideal for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or even a sweet afternoon snack. Serve it slightly warm or at room temperature alongside coffee, tea, or a glass of milk for a cozy and crowd-pleasing start to the day. This breakfast cake recipe is your new go-to for a versatile, family-friendly baked good that feels like a special treat!
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Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 120 milliliters whole milk
- 30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons water, warm
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the cocoa powder and warm water until a smooth, thick paste forms.
Step 7
Transfer about one-third of the cake batter to the cocoa mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
Step 8
Spoon the plain batter and the chocolate batter into the prepared pan in alternating dollops. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marbled effect. Be careful not to over-swirl.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Slice and serve the cake slightly warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with your favorite morning beverage!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (859.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2782.3 |
| Total Fat 113.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 637.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2285.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 414.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 208.2g | |
| Protein 47.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 134.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 302.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1079.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories