Description
This Marble Loaf Cake features a delightful blend of rich chocolate and vanilla flavors. With simple prep and key ingredients like butter and eggs, it’s perfect for any occasion—whether a cozy family dinner or an inviting dessert for guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–¼ cups flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1–¾ sticks butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- â…“ cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- powdered sugar or chocolate ganache
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder together; set aside.
- Using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy. Mix in the sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, blending for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on high speed for 30-60 seconds after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture and heavy cream, alternating between the two, until the batter is smooth.
- Pour about â…” of the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Combine the remaining batter with the cocoa, extra sugar, and cream. Spread this chocolate batter over the vanilla layer and swirl together with a knife.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes at 350°F, checking that a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or add a chocolate ganache before serving.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened for easier mixing.
You can substitute heavy cream with whole milk if needed.
Let cool completely for better slicing and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg