Marble Cake Recipe

A family favorite for generations! This incredibly moist and delicious marble cake recipe has been passed down and perfected over decades. My sister-in-law's grandchildren still request it regularly—a testament to its irresistible flavor. Made with trans-fat-free margarine, this recipe is a classic you'll bake again and again. Get ready to experience the perfect marble cake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 358.5 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Marble Cake

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How to Make Marble Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter in half. In one bowl, stir in the cocoa powder.
  7. Spoon alternating spoonfuls of the vanilla and chocolate batters into the prepared pans.
  8. Swirl the batters together with a knife or toothpick for a marble effect.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

119g

Fat

16g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Marble Cake?

Marble Cake takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Marble Cake?

Marble Cake has approximately 358.5 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Marble Cake?

The key ingredients for Marble Cake are Margarine, Sugar, Eggs, Milk, Vanilla, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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