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Marble Pound Cake

Marble Pound Cake
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This Marble Pound Cake is rich, buttery, and features a beautiful swirl of vanilla and chocolate flavors. It’s perfect for dessert or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for chocolate batter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the 1/2 cup milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter in half. In one half, stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and the additional 2 tablespoons of milk until well combined.
  7. Spoon alternating dollops of vanilla and chocolate batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Swirl the batters together gently with a knife or skewer to create a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 60-70 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.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a dry cake.
  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
  • Store leftover pound cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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