5* Easy Marble Bundt Cake Recipe
Find out how to make your own Marble Bundt Cake at home! You’ll learn to make a delightful chocolate and vanilla bundt cake using just one batter and one bundt pan!
A complete, step-by-step guide to making the perfect Marble Bundt cake! If you are new to baking, you won’t need any other recipe than my easy-to-follow and detailed marble cake recipe.
This simple recipe will teach you how to make the softest and fluffiest cake every time!
Who doesn’t love cake? Marble bundt cake is a classic cake that has been made for years. It is the perfect tea-time snack, decadent and rich.
About Marble Bundt Cake
Marble bundt cake has swirls of aromatic vanilla with deep and flavorful chocolate whirling through it. The streaks of the two flavors combine to give it the marble effect, making it look like cake royalty.
Although the cake looks fancy, it is simple and full of old-fashioned goodness!
The Marble Bundt Cake is made of one batter divided into two portions: vanilla and chocolate. If you are still unsure how such a simple and easy recipe can result in such a delicious cake, prepare to be surprised!
With my fool-proof Marble Bundt Cake recipe, you can’t go wrong!
The idea of the Marble Bundt Cake may have originated in Germany. Marmor is the German word for marble.
The earliest version of the Marble Bundt Cake was not a cake; it was a sweet bread, half of which was darker in color due to the presence of molasses and spices.
Later on, in the early 20th century, bakers added chocolate to their cake batter, and the modern-day Marble Bundt Cake recipe was invented.
A popular variation of the Marble Bundt Cake recipe called the “Harlequin cake” was first baked during the Victorian age. It had a distinct checkerboard pattern.
Reasons You’ll Love This Marble Bundt Cake Recipe
- This is a straightforward recipe that uses basic Marble Bundt Cake ingredients. You probably have all the ingredients on hand right now.
- The result is a moist and tender cake with a soft crumb. Nobody likes a dry cake, am I right? When you bite the cake, you want it to melt in your mouth and be pillow-soft.
- This marble bundt cake can become the show stopper for any dessert table. The gorgeous chocolate swirl effect will impress everyone at your next party.
- Some people like chocolate, some like vanilla, but EVERYONE loves old-fashioned marble cake. Its delicate buttery taste will make everyone ask for another slice or even the recipe!
Ingredients For This Recipe
Ingredients:
Here is the ingredient list for the Marble Bundt Cake.
- Eggs, have them at room temperature to make mixing easier.
- Melted butter: using unsalted butter is best
- Powdered sugar
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder: I prefer using high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for this recipe to ensure a deep, rich chocolate flavor and color.
Hint: Have all ingredients ready to go at room temperature. Especially eggs, butter, and milk. This makes mixing easier and keeps the batter smooth.
How to Make Marble Bundt Cake
Here’s the method to make this delicious Marble Bundt Cake recipe:
Method:
- Start by preheating your oven to 160°C (320°F). Grease and line a baking tin with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy your delectable classic marble cake!
Pro Tips to Bake the Best Marble Bundt Cake
- Measuring the Flour: Use a scale. If you don’t have one, fluff the flour first and spoon into a measuring cup. Level off the cup using a knife to ensure you don’t overpack the flour.
- Don’t over-swirl the batter: You may lose the marble effect and the distinct vanilla and chocolate flavors because they will start combining.
- Remove Air bubbles: Lightly tap the filled cake pans on your counter before baking to remove air bubbles in the batter. Air bubbles lead to unevenly baked cakes.
- Grease Your Pans: The worst feeling is having a perfectly baked cake stick to the pan and break apart!
How to Frost and Present Marble Bundt Cake
There are so many options for frosting a Marble Bundt Cake. The sky is the limit! It all depends on your liking.
If you are a chocoholic like me, choose a classic chocolate buttercream. You could also drizzle on a rich and decadent chocolate ganache.
If you like vanilla frosting, then vanilla buttercream or cream cheese buttercream frosting is your solution!
Hint: Always remember to let the cake cool completely before frosting.
