Chocolate Swirl Cake
A delightful and comforting Chocolate Swirl Cake blending rich chocolate and fluffy vanilla flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of our cake! It gives structure.
- 1.5 tsp 1 1⁄2 tsp baking powder Helps the cake rise for a light and fluffy outcome.
- 0.5 tsp 1/2 tsp baking soda Works with baking powder for perfect texture.
- 0.5 tsp 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavors without making it taste salty.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and moisture.
- 1.5 cups 1 1⁄2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens and creates fantastic texture.
- 4 large 4 large eggs Binds ingredients and keeps the cake tender.
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp vanilla extract Adds essential flavor.
- 1 cup 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar) Adds moisture and tenderness.
- 0.5 cup 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Provides deep cocoa flavor.
- 0.5 cup 1/2 cup hot water Helps dissolve cocoa for a smooth batter.
- 0.25 cup 1/4 cup sugar (optional) Extra sweetness if desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour your bundt or loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture until well combined.
Chocolate Batter
- In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder with hot water until smooth.
- Fold 1 1⁄2 cups of the vanilla batter into the chocolate mixture.
Assembling the Cake
- Pour half of the vanilla batter into the prepared pan, then spoon in the chocolate batter.
- Gently swirl the two batters with a knife, then top with remaining vanilla batter and swirl again.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate before slicing.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing to keep the cake fluffy. Storing leftovers in an airtight container keeps them fresh for 3-5 days at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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