
Dulce de Leche Marble Cake
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about swirling rich dulce de leche through a tender chocolate cake, and the best part is how quick and easy it comes together. This marble cake is one of my go to recipes when I want something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen, since it's ready in under 45 minutes from start to finish. I love that I use Greek yogurt in the batter, which adds protein and keeps the crumb incredibly moist while cutting back on excess butter. It's the perfect balance of indulgence and practicality, honestly. Whether you're baking for a casual weeknight or a small gathering, this cake delivers that wow factor without the fuss.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 2 pclarge eggs
- 100 mlplain greek yogurt
- 150 mldulce de leche
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 50 gunsweetened cocoa powder
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350¿tF). Grease and flour a 20cm (8in) round cake pan.
Tip: Optional: line the base with parchment paper for easy removal.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for a smooth batter.
- 3
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Use room temperature eggs for a lighter cake.
- 4
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the Greek yogurt, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat just until combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can lead to a dense cake.
- 5
Divide the batter evenly between two bowls. Add the dulce de leche to one bowl and vanilla extract to the other.
Tip: Swirl the dulce de leche into the cake batter to create a marbled effect.
- 6
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth, even surface.
- 7
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8
Once the cake is cool, slice it in half horizontally using a serrated knife.
Tip: Use this opportunity to add a second layer of dulce de leche if desired.
- 9
Drizzle any remaining dulce de leche over the top of the cake and serve.
Tip: Enjoy the ooey-gooey goodness!
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