Easy Chocolate Vanilla Marble cake recipe | Soft & Moist cake

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Chocolate and vanilla are the perfect match in this soft, moist and incredibly easy Marble Loaf Cake. 🍰

🍰 Made with yogurt for a tender crumb, this homemade cake combines a light vanilla batter with a rich chocolate layer to create a beautiful marble-style loaf that's perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea or dessert.

🍰 The chocolate batter is made with cocoa powder and a touch of instant coffee to enhance the chocolate flavour, while the vanilla batter stays wonderfully light and fluffy. Every slice is soft, moist and packed with delicious chocolate and vanilla in every bite.

🍰 Whether you're baking for your family, entertaining guests or simply craving a classic homemade cake, this easy marble cake is sure to become a favourite.

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Ingredients
Eggs – 3
Sugar – 175g (¾ cup + 2 tablespoons)
Vegetable oil – 100ml (⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon)
Plain yogurt – 150g (⅔ cup)
Salt – A pinch
Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
Plain flour – 200g (1⅓ cups)
Baking powder – 1½ teaspoons (6g)
Chocolate Batter
Cocoa powder – 1 tablespoon (10g)
Instant coffee – 1 teaspoon (optional)
Warm water – 2–3 tablespoons
Optional Topping
Chocolate sprinkles or chocolate chips

Equipment
Measuring cup size: 240ml
Baking pan: 2 lb loaf pan (21 × 11 × 6 cm)
Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes.

Method
Prepare the Vanilla Cake Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for 3–4 minutes, or until the mixture becomes pale, light and fluffy.
Pour in the vegetable oil and whisk for another 1 minute until fully incorporated.
Add the plain yogurt and whisk for 1 minute until smooth.

Sift the plain flour and baking powder directly into the bowl.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the batter until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Prepare the Chocolate Batter
In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder, instant coffee (if using) and warm water. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
Transfer about one-third of the vanilla batter into the cocoa mixture and gently stir until fully combined.

Assemble the Cake
Pour the chocolate batter into the lined loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Carefully spoon the remaining vanilla batter over the chocolate layer, smoothing the surface gently.
If desired, sprinkle some chocolate chips or chocolate sprinkles over the top.

Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Serve
Enjoy warm while the chocolate is soft and melty, or allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. It's perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.
Enjoy! 🍫🍰