Black and White Cake
Indulge in the decadent simplicity of a homemade Black and White Cake, a timeless dessert that harmoniously blends rich chocolate with classic vanilla in every bite. This stunning two-tone cake features a soft, moist crumb thanks to the perfect balance of all-purpose flour, whole milk, and creamy unsalted butter. The batter is divided and transformed with the addition of a velvety cocoa paste, creating striking swirls or bold layers when baked. Whether you prefer a marbled masterpiece or bold contrasts, this cake is a visual and flavorful showstopper. With just 25 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps, it’s a perfect choice for both beginner bakers and seasoned pros looking to impress. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting, and watch it become the star of any occasion. Keywords: Black and White Cake, chocolate vanilla cake, marble cake recipe, two-tone dessert, easy cake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cup hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
In a separate small bowl, combine the cocoa powder and hot water, stirring to form a smooth paste.
Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Stir the cocoa paste into one of the bowls to create the chocolate batter, leaving the other bowl as the vanilla batter.
Spoon the batters into the prepared cake pan alternately, creating layers or swirls as desired. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together for a marble effect.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2659 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.5 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.5 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1021 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 2700 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.4 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.0 g | 182% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 87.6 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 627 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 37.0 mg | 206% | |
| Potassium | 2801 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
