How to Make Marble Cake II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Marble cake is a classic dessert that combines the best of both worlds - rich chocolate and buttery vanilla flavors. This indulgent cake is not only visually stunning with its swirled appearance, but it also delivers on taste and texture. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe for Marble Cake II is sure to impress and satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (5.5 ounce) can chocolate syrup

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 to 10 - inch tube pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan. Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Pour half of the batter into prepared pan. Blend chocolate sauce with remaining batter. Pour chocolate mixture over top of other batter and fold in gently with spatula for a marble effect.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    398 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 131mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 64g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 44g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 89mg