Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Marble Cake, also known as Neapolitan Single-Layer Cake. This visually stunning dessert boasts beautiful swirls of chocolate, vanilla, and a charming pink batter, making it perfect for celebrations and everyday treats alike. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, this cake will not only impress your guests but also satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g softened butter
- 275g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 335g all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 180ml milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Pink food coloring for vibrant layers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by buttering and lining with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing gently.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients with milk until fully combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls: leave one plain, mix pink food coloring into another, and combine cocoa with warm milk for the chocolate batter.
- Spoon alternating dollops of each colored batter into the prepared pan. Swirl gently with a knife to create marbling.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg