Perfect Marble Cake with Chocolate Buttercream
Indulge in the Perfect Marble Cake with Chocolate Buttercream: The Ultimate Swirled Dessert, a delightful treat that beautifully blends rich chocolate and tender vanilla flavors. This cake is not only visually stunning with its marbled design but also incredibly versatile, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy family gathering, this dessert is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Its straightforward recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels, making it easy to create a dessert that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 oz semisweet chocolate bar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup oil (avocado, vegetable, or canola)
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1¼ cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Melt the semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened butter, oil, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Take half of the batter and mix in melted chocolate until uniform.
- Alternately spoon vanilla and chocolate batters into prepared pans; gently swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg