This classic Marble Cake is the perfect combination of rich chocolate and fluffy vanilla cake swirled together for a beautiful and delicious treat! 🍫✨ Soft, buttery, and moist, this cake is perfect for birthdays, tea time, or any special occasion. The marbled effect makes it as stunning as it is delicious!

📋 Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 ½ teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈

1 ¾ cups granulated sugar

4 large eggs 🥚

1 tablespoon vanilla extract 🌿

1 cup whole milk 🥛

For the Chocolate Swirl:

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫

2 tablespoons hot water

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare the Batter:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or a loaf pan.

2. Make the Cake Batter:

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in the vanilla extract.

Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.

3. Make the Chocolate Swirl:

In a small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and hot water until smooth.