Zebra Marble Layer Cake Recipe

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A Visual Delight: Zebra Marble Layer Cake 😍🍰

Prepare to mesmerize your taste buds and dazzle your guests with our stunning Zebra Marble Layer Cake. This delightful dessert features alternating swirls of vanilla and chocolate cake batter, creating a mesmerizing zebra pattern that’s as impressive to look at as it is delicious to eat. With its moist and tender crumb, this cake is sure to steal the show at any occasion. Let’s dive into the recipe and create a masterpiece that’s both visually stunning and incredibly tasty!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup hot water

Directions:

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, ensuring it’s ready to embrace our zebra masterpiece.
  2. Mix Cocoa Powder: In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and hot water until smooth. Set aside to cool while we prepare the rest of the batter.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, creating a luxurious base for our cake.
  4. Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract, infusing the batter with a delightful aroma.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and stirring until just combined, creating a smooth and creamy batter.
  6. Divide Batter: Divide the batter evenly into two separate bowls, preparing to infuse one with rich cocoa goodness.
  7. Add Cocoa Mixture: Stir the cocoa powder mixture into one bowl of batter until well combined, creating a decadent chocolate base for our zebra pattern.
  8. Create Marble Effect: Alternately spoon dollops of vanilla and chocolate batter into the prepared cake pan, creating a visually stunning marble effect.
  9. Swirl the Batter: Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a mesmerizing zebra pattern that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
  10. Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, signaling that our masterpiece is ready to be unveiled.
  11. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Calories per Serving: 280 kcal
  • Servings: 12 servings

Prepare to dazzle your senses and impress your guests with the captivating beauty and irresistible flavor of our Zebra Marble Layer Cake. Whether enjoyed as a delightful dessert for a special occasion or as a sweet treat to brighten your day, this cake is sure to be a showstopper. So, gather your ingredients and let’s create a masterpiece that’s both visually stunning and incredibly delicious! 🍰✨

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