Chocolate Marble Loaf Cake – Simple Baking Recipe Idea
A moist, tender marble loaf cake swirled with rich cocoa and sweet vanilla—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or tea time. Easy to make and full of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 slices 1x
Ingredients
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1¾ cups all-purpose flour
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1½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¾ cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
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3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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2–3 tbsp hot water or coffee
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Optional: ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, beat well.
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Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the batter. Mix until just combined.
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In a separate bowl, mix cocoa with hot water. Combine with 1 cup of batter to make chocolate swirl.
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Spoon vanilla and chocolate batters alternately into the pan. Swirl gently with a knife.
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Bake 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan 15 minutes, then remove to cool completely.
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Dust with powdered sugar or glaze before serving.
Notes
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Don’t overmix once flour is added.
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Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months.
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For a richer chocolate flavor, use Dutch-process cocoa.