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CLASSIC TWO-TONE MARBLE CAKE — CHOCOLATE AND VANILLA SWIRLED DELIGHT

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CLASSIC TWO-TONE MARBLE CAKE — CHOCOLATE AND VANILLA SWIRLED DELIGHT

CLASSIC TWO-TONE MARBLE CAKE — CHOCOLATE AND VANILLA SWIRLED DELIGHT

Start your day with a burst of color and flavor! This classic two-tone marble cake combines a light vanilla batter with a rich chocolate-coffee swirl, layered beautifully in concentric circles. Moist and tender with hints of orange zest and a touch of rum, it’s sure to bring a smile to your breakfast table.

🕒 Prep Time: 20 min

⏲️ Baking Time: 50 min
🍽️ Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 250 g sugar
  • 1 packet vanilla sugar
  • Zest of ½ orange (or lemon)
  • 250 ml milk
  • 250 ml vegetable oil
  • 350 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ packet baking powder (approx. 7 g)
  • 1 heaping tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 50 g dark chocolate, melted (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee (Nescafé or similar)
  • 1–2 tablespoons rum

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vanilla Batter

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 23 cm round cake pan.
  • Using a mixer, beat eggs with sugar and vanilla sugar until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  • Add orange zest, milk, then oil, mixing continuously.
  • Sift flour with baking powder and add slowly to the batter, mixing gently at low speed until smooth.

2. Divide and Flavor the Batter

  • Measure the batter using a graduated cup (~1.2 liters total). Divide evenly into two bowls (~600 ml each).
  • Leave one bowl plain (vanilla batter).
  • To the other, add cocoa powder, melted chocolate (if using), instant coffee dissolved in rum, and mix until fully combined.
  • (If no chocolate is available, increase cocoa powder to 2 tablespoons for a richer chocolate flavor.)

3. Assemble the Cake

  • In the center of the prepared pan, spoon 3 tablespoons of vanilla batter.
  • In the center of this vanilla batter, add 3 tablespoons of chocolate batter.
  • Repeat this layering process, alternating batters in the center of the previous layer, creating concentric circles that thin out with each addition.

4. Bake

  • Bake at 180°C for approximately 50 minutes.
  • Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Allow the cake to cool before slicing.

💡 Tips

  • Use fresh citrus zest for a bright, natural flavor boost.
  • Creating the concentric circles carefully gives the classic marble effect once sliced.
  • Leftover batter can be baked in muffin tins for delightful mini cakes.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Cheerful breakfasts and brunches
  • Light dessert or teatime treat
  • Family gatherings and celebrations

📝 Final Thoughts

This classic two-tone marble cake balances smooth vanilla with rich chocolate-coffee swirls, accented by citrus zest and a splash of rum. Its beautiful pattern and moist crumb make it a timeless favorite that brightens any morning.