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Classic marble cake with light and dark batter. 10 minutes preparation, 50 minutes baking time. With tips for the perfect marble pattern.
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Rehan Magic House Recipes
Updated on Sat, 05 Apr 2025 07:14:59 GMT
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A classic marble cake that delights with its perfect balance of light and dark batter. The fluffy texture and intense cocoa flavor make it a timeless favorite cake for young and old.

When I first baked this cake using my grandmother's original recipe, I was surprised how easy it was to create the perfect marbling.

Essential Ingredients

  • Butter: must be at room temperature for optimal creaminess
  • Baking cocoa: provides intense chocolate flavor
  • Fresh eggs: give structure and volume
  • Type 405 flour: makes the batter particularly tender
  • Milk: keeps the cake moist
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Path to Perfect Cake

Developing basic batter:
Beat butter and sugar until creamy, light and fluffy. Add eggs individually and slowly for maximum volume.
Creating chocolate batter:
Mix half of the batter with cocoa, sugar and milk. Don't stir too long to keep the batter light.

Marbling

Marbling:
Add the batters to the pan in layers. Pull through with a fork carefully in spiral patterns for the characteristic design.

A specialty in our family is to cover the still warm cake with a damp cloth - this makes it particularly moist.

Creating Variations

Flavor with Amaretto or rum. Orange zest for a fresh note. Add nuts to the light batter.

Adjusting Decoration

Cover with dark chocolate coating. Powdered sugar for classic look. Combine white and dark chocolate shavings.

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Optimizing Storage

Keeps in a cake container for up to five days. Wrap in aluminum foil to freeze. Warm slightly before serving.

This marble cake is a piece of tradition that never goes out of style. The combination of light and dark batter makes it a timeless classic that always turns out well and sweetens any coffee afternoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why should the ingredients be at room temperature?
Room temperature ingredients blend better and result in a more uniform batter. Especially important for butter and eggs.
→ How do I know when the cake is done?
With the toothpick test: Insert a wooden skewer into the center - if no batter sticks to it, the cake is done.
→ How do I get that beautiful marbling?
Add the dark batter in a spiral on top of the light batter and carefully swirl with a fork. Don't over-marble.
→ How does the cake stay moist?
Don't bake too long and store well sealed. The right amount of milk in the batter also ensures moisture.
→ Can I freeze the cake?
Yes, wrapped in aluminum foil for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature before serving.

Moist Marble Cake Like Grandma's

Classic, moist marble cake from a loaf pan. With the perfect ratio of light and dark batter.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
50 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Reham


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: European

Yield: 12 Servings (1 loaf cake)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ For the vanilla batter

01 2 sticks + 1 tablespoon (250g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
02 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
03 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 packet vanilla sugar
04 4 large eggs, at room temperature
05 2½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour
06 3 teaspoons baking powder
07 3½ tablespoons (50ml) milk

→ For the chocolate batter

08 ¼ cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
09 1 tablespoon (15g) granulated sugar
10 3½ tablespoons (50ml) milk

→ For pan & decoration

11 Butter for greasing the pan
12 Dark chocolate for glazing (optional)
13 Chocolate shavings for topping (optional)

Instructions

Step 01

In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer). Add the eggs one at a time, beating for 30 seconds after each addition. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then sift this mixture into the butter mixture. Stir just until combined, then mix in the milk until smooth.

Step 02

Grease a 9x5 inch (30x10 cm) loaf pan. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 03

Add the cocoa powder, additional sugar, and milk to the remaining vanilla batter. Mix until well combined and no streaks remain. Pour this chocolate batter over the vanilla layer in the pan. Use a fork to create a marbled effect by gently swirling the batters together - don't overmix if you want distinct marbling.

Step 04

Bake in a preheated oven at 320°F (160°C) fan/convection or 350°F (180°C) conventional for 50-55 minutes. Test with a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center - it should come out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.

Step 05

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, drizzle with melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with chocolate shavings, or simply dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  1. All ingredients should be at room temperature for the best texture and rise.
  2. Baking time may vary depending on your oven, so start checking at 45 minutes.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x5 inch (30x10 cm) loaf pan
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Fine mesh sieve for sifting
  • Fork for creating the marble effect

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains gluten (wheat flour)
  • Contains dairy products (butter, milk)
  • Contains eggs

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 42 g
  • Protein: 5 g