Can I make this cake without a bundt pan?

Absolutely! Use two 9-inch round pans, reducing baking time to 25-30 minutes, or make 24 cupcakes baked for 18-22 minutes.

Why did my marble effect disappear?

Overmixing is the culprit. Swirl gently just 3-4 times with a knife, creating figure-8 patterns through the batter.

Can I use oil instead of butter?

Yes, replace butter with ½ cup vegetable oil for a more tender, moist cake. The flavor will be slightly less rich but still delicious.

How do I know when the cake is done?

A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs. The cake should spring back lightly when touched and start pulling slightly from the pan edges.

Can I add other flavors to the marble?

Definitely! Try adding 1 teaspoon almond extract to the vanilla portion, or create a strawberry swirl using 2 tablespoons strawberry jam mixed with a bit of red food coloring.

My cake cracked on top-what went wrong?

Oven temperature may be too high, or the cake was placed too close to the heating element. Use an oven thermometer to verify temperature accuracy and position the rack in the center of the oven.

Marble Cake Mix Recipe: Easy Homemade Swirled Dessert

Description

Marble Cake Mix makes it effortless to create a moist, irresistible cake with swirls of rich chocolate and classic vanilla flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Vanilla Base:

2½ cups all-purpose flour
2½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1¾ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1¼ cups whole milk

For the Chocolate Swirl:

⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons hot water
2 tablespoons melted butter

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Instructions

Prep Pan & Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or two round pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Make Chocolate Batter
Mix cocoa powder with hot water and melted butter until smooth. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugar
Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs & Vanilla
Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
Combine Batter
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing just until combined.
Create Marble Swirl
Mix some vanilla batter into the chocolate mixture. Spoon both batters into the pan and gently swirl with a knife.
Bake
Bake 45–50 minutes, until a toothpick shows a few moist crumbs.
Cool & Serve
Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 15m
Cook Time: 50m
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 285 calories