This quick marble cake is soft, fluffy, and beautifully swirled with chocolate and vanilla layers. It’s super easy to prepare and perfect for tea time or everyday dessert.
🧾 Ingredients
- 5 eggs (room temperature)
- A pinch of salt
- 225 g sugar
- 180 ml vegetable oil
- 360 ml milk
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 23 g baking powder
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 50 ml milk (for chocolate batter)
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease a loaf pan or rectangular pan.
🔹 Step 2: Beat Eggs & Sugar
In a large bowl:
- Add eggs + sugar + salt
- Beat until light, creamy, and slightly fluffy
👉 This step helps create a soft texture.
🔹 Step 3: Add Liquid Ingredients
Add:
- Vegetable oil
- Milk
Mix well until smooth.
🔹 Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients
In another bowl:
- Mix flour + baking powder
Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix gently.
👉 Do not overmix.
🔹 Step 5: Divide the Batter
Divide the batter into two equal portions.
🔹 Step 6: Make Chocolate Batter
In one portion:
- Add cocoa powder
- Add 50 ml milk
Mix until smooth chocolate batter forms.
🔹 Step 7: Create Marble Effect
- Pour vanilla batter into the pan
- Add chocolate batter on top
- Use a knife or skewer to swirl gently
👉 Don’t over-swirl — keep nice patterns.
🔹 Step 8: Bake
Bake for 40–50 minutes.
🔹 Step 9: Check Doneness
Insert a toothpick:
✔️ Comes out clean → ready
🔹 Step 10: Cool
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
🔹 Step 11: Finish & Serve
Dust with icing sugar on top.
Slice and enjoy ☕
🔥 Tips for Perfect Marble Cake
- Use room temperature eggs
- Don’t overmix batter
- Swirl gently for better pattern
- Don’t overbake → keeps it moist
❓ FAQ
1. Why is my cake dense?
Overmixing or too much flour.
2. Can I skip cocoa?
Yes, then it becomes a plain vanilla cake.
3. Can I add vanilla flavor?
Yes! Add 1 tsp vanilla extract for better taste.
4. How do I store it?
- Room temp: 2–3 days
- Fridge: up to 5 days
5. Can I make cupcakes?
Yes! Bake at 180°C for 18–22 minutes.
🍰 Final Thoughts
This Quick Marble Cake is simple, beautiful, and delicious — perfect for beginners and guaranteed to impress.
