Chocolate Swirl Cake
Chocolate Swirl Cake is a delightful blend of rich chocolate and fluffy vanilla, creating an appealing mix of flavors in each slice. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake will satisfy dessert lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk Or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar.
Chocolate Mixture
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality for better flavor.
- 0.5 cup hot water
- 0.25 cup sugar (optional) For added sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk into the batter, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
Chocolate Mixture
- Mix cocoa powder with hot water until smooth. Optionally add sugar for sweetness.
- Combine one and a half cups of the vanilla batter with the chocolate mixture.
Baking
- Pour half of the vanilla batter into the prepared pan. Spoon in chocolate batter, and layer with remaining vanilla batter. Use a knife to create swirls.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cake.
Notes
Store cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Consider decorating with seasonal toppings for special occasions.