Multi-Flavored Marbled Cake

Ingredients:

For the Vanilla Batter:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk

For the Chocolate Batter:

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons instant coffee (optional)
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons chocolate extract (optional)

For Marbling:

• Gel food coloring in various colors

Cooking Steps:

For the Vanilla Batter:

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt cake pan or two round cake pans.

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.

Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

For the Chocolate Batter:

Step 6: In a small bowl, dissolve cocoa powder in hot water. Add instant coffee and chocolate extract if using. Mix until smooth.

Step 7: Add the chocolate mixture to a portion of the vanilla batter. Mix until well combined.

For Marbling:

Step 8: Divide the remaining vanilla batter into portions. Add different gel food coloring to each portion, creating a variety of colors.

Step 9: Spoon dollops of the colored batters into the prepared pan, alternating between vanilla and chocolate.

Step 10: Use a skewer or knife to create a marbled pattern by swirling through the batters.

For Baking:

Step 11: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12: Allow the Multi-Flavored Marbled Cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13: Slice and enjoy the vibrant and delicious creation you've baked.

Impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth with this visually captivating and flavorful Multi-Flavored Marbled Cake.