Description

This Marble Loaf Cake is a perfect blend of flavors, featuring rich chocolate and buttery vanilla in a moist cake that’s easy to make. Ideal for any occasion, it’s a comforting dessert for family gatherings or casual dinners. Enjoy this delicious treat with a cup of tea or coffee!

Ingredients

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2–¼ cups flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
1–¾ sticks butter (softened at room temperature, or 14 tablespoons)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
4 large eggs (at room temperature)
⅓ cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream (or whole milk)
powdered sugar or chocolate ganache

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder; set aside.
Using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy, then add granulated sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat for 2-3 minutes until fluffy and pale.
Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating on high speed for 30-60 seconds after each addition.
Gradually add the flour mixture and the heavy cream, alternating between the two, until smooth.
Pour ⅔ of the batter into the pan and smooth the top. Mix remaining batter with cocoa, sugar, and cream, then spread over the vanilla layer. Swirl together with a knife or fork to create a marble effect.
Bake at 350°F for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Moist crumbs are fine, but no liquid batter.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or top with chocolate ganache before serving.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Customize the marbling by adjusting the ratio of cocoa to vanilla batter as desired.
For added flavor, consider adding chocolate chips to the chocolate batter.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 90mg