Certainly! Here’s a classic Marble Pound Cake recipe that combines the rich flavors of vanilla and chocolate in a beautiful marbled pattern.
Ingredients:
For the Vanilla Batter:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the Chocolate Batter:
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso powder (optional, enhances chocolate flavor)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a standard-sized loaf pan.
- Prepare the Chocolate Batter:
- In a small bowl, mix the cocoa powder with hot water until smooth. If using, add instant coffee or espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor. Set aside to cool.
- Make the Vanilla Batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Alternate Additions:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Marble the Batter:
- Divide the batter in half. To one half, add the prepared chocolate mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Layer the Batters:
- Spoon alternating dollops of vanilla and chocolate batter into the prepared loaf pan. Once all the batter is in the pan, use a knife or skewer to swirl through the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the marble pound cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Glaze or Dusting:
- Optionally, you can add a glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness and decoration.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Marble Pound Cake! This classic recipe is perfect for any occasion and pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.