Zebra Cake from the King
Get ready to dazzle your taste buds and your guests with the "Zebra Cake from the King," a visually striking and utterly delectable dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. This elegant cake combines light, fluffy layers of vanilla and chocolate batter to create a mesmerizing zebra-striped pattern that’s revealed with every slice. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet stunningly impressive. The secret lies in precisely layering the batters for that perfect, regal design. With just 25 minutes of prep time and a straightforward baking process, this centerpiece-worthy cake is ideal for birthdays, special occasions, or any moment that calls for a sweet showstopper. Serve it as is or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for a truly kingly dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 4 large Eggs
- 240 milliliters Whole milk
- 120 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Whisk until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking gently to avoid lumps. Mix until the batter is smooth.
Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Leave one bowl plain (vanilla batter).
In a separate small bowl, mix the unsweetened cocoa powder with the hot water to form a smooth paste. Add the cocoa mixture to the second bowl of batter to create the chocolate batter.
Using a ladle or large spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of vanilla batter and pour it into the center of the prepared cake pan. Then scoop 2 tablespoons of chocolate batter and pour it directly on top of the vanilla batter in the center. Repeat this process, alternating batters, until all batter has been used. The layers will spread outward to form a zebra-like pattern.
Gently tap the filled cake pan on the counter to release any air bubbles and ensure even spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve your stunning Zebra Cake from the King, and enjoy every royal bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 271 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 131 mg | 3% | |
*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.
