German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen Recipe

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of authentic German Marmorkuchen! This classic marbled cake recipe delivers a moist, tender crumb with a perfect balance of sweet and subtly chocolatey swirls. Unlike other online versions, this recipe captures the true essence of this beloved German treat, similar to a pound cake but with a stunning marbled effect. Easy to follow instructions and precise measurements ensure baking success, even for beginners. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this timeless dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 292.1 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen

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How to Make German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-inch bundt cake pan. Dust with flour for extra insurance.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, 4 large eggs one at a time, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1 cup milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. The batter should be thick and slightly drop from a spoon.
  6. Pour ⅔ of the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining batter with ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 2-3 tablespoons milk until smooth and thick. Again, the batter should be thick enough to drop heavily from the spoon.
  8. Pour the chocolate batter over the light batter in the bundt pan. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the batters together, creating a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 75-90 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

39g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen?

German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen?

German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen has approximately 292.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen?

The key ingredients for German Marbled Cake Marmorkuchen are Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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