Lily's Marble Cake Recipe

Indulge in the timeless charm of Lily's Marble Cake Recipe, a show-stopping dessert that strikes the perfect balance between rich chocolate and classic vanilla flavors. This recipe features a soft, buttery cake base swirled with a luscious cocoa-infused batter, creating a mesmerizing marbled effect in every slice. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, this cake is as easy to make as it is impressive. Whether baked in a bundt pan or a loaf pan, the tender crumb and eye-catching design make it a perfect choice for birthdays, tea parties, or casual family gatherings. Serve it as is or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible treat. Perfectly moist and beautifully marbled, this cake is sure to become a go-to favorite in your baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.75 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch (23 cm) bundt pan or a loaf pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low, alternating between adding the dry mixture and the milk in 3 additions, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix only until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Separate 1/3 of the batter into a medium bowl. In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder and hot water until it forms a smooth paste. Add this cocoa mixture to the separated batter, stirring until fully combined.

Step 7

Pour half of the vanilla batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Then alternate with dollops of the chocolate batter and the remaining vanilla batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marble effect. Be careful not to over-swirl.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10–15 minutes. Then carefully remove it from the pan and allow it to cool completely on the rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1455.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4716.3

Total Fat 227.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1282.6mg	0%
Sodium 2498.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 634.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.6g	0%
Total Sugars 365.7g
Protein 78.2g	0%

Vitamin D 388.0IU	0%
Calcium 585.6mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 1951.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 51.8%