Marble Bundt Cake
There’s something incredibly nostalgic about a classic marble Bundt cake. The delicate swirls of vanilla and chocolate, the rich aroma that fills the kitchen, and the soft, moist crumb make it a timeless favourite. Whether served with a cup of coffee or as a sweet afternoon treat, this cake is a delicious balance of simplicity and indulgence.
60 min
Easy
6-8
Recipe Ingredients
Ingredients for the Batter
- 250 grams plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 250 grams caster sugar
- 4 eggs, at room temperature
- 150 millilitres milk, at room temperature
- 150 millilitres vegetable oil, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons milk, warm (extra, for the chocolate batter)
Ingredients for the Chocolate Coating
- 100 grams chocolate
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Methods
1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Tin
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 24cm (9″) Bundt mould.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together 250 grams of plain flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set it aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 eggs and 250 grams of caster sugar until light and fluffy. It takes approximately 5 minutes.
Gradually mix in 150 millilitres of milk and 150 millilitres of vegetable oil.
4. Mix the Batter
Sift the dry ingredients and then gently fold them into the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Create the Chocolate Batter
In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder and espresso powder with 2 tablespoons of warm milk to form a smooth paste.
Pour ⅓ of the main batter into another bowl and stir in the cocoa-espresso paste until smooth.
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the remaining plain batter.
6. Layer the Batter
Pour half of the plain batter into the prepared Bundt tin. Add half of the chocolate batter on top in random spoonfuls.
Repeat with the remaining plain batter and then the remaining chocolate batter.
7. Swirl the Batter
Use a skewer, thin knife, or the handle of a spoon to gently swirl the batter in a circular motion, creating figure-eight patterns for a marbled effect. Don’t overdo it. In the end, you want a marble pattern and not a solid colour.
8. Bake and Cool
Bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean and the top is golden-brown.
Once baked, let the cake cool in the baking tin for a few minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Chocolate Coating
Roughly chop 100 grams of chocolate and mix with a teaspoon of coconut oil in a suitable heatproof bowl.
Place the bowl over the hot water bath, making sure the bottom doesn’t touch the water.
Melt the chocolate slowly over low heat, stirring from time to time, until smooth.
Finally, pour the melted chocolate onto the Bundt cake and let it set before slicing.
Tips for the Best Marble Bundt Cake
To ensure that your cake turns out really well, here are a few tips:
Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure the butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature before you begin. This allows them to mix better, resulting in a cake with a better consistency.
Avoid Overmixing: Overmixing can make the cake denser. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients to form a light crumb.
Grease the Bundt Tin Well: Use butter and flour or baking spray with flour to prevent sticking.
Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely before coating, otherwise the chocolate coating will melt into the loaf instead of setting on it.
Customization Ideas
The beauty of this recipe is its versatility. Here are some of my favourite ways to customize this cake:
Nutty Crunch: Add 50 grams of chopped toasted hazelnuts or almonds to the chocolate batter for extra texture.
Mocha Marble Cake: Increase the amount of espresso powder to 2 teaspoons for a more intense coffee flavour, and drizzle the cooled cake with a simple espresso glaze instead of chocolate.
Spiced Chocolate Marble Cake: Add half a teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of cardamom to the chocolate batter for a warm, spiced version.
Citrus Twist: For a fresh citrus note, add the zest of an orange to the plain batter.
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