Ruby Chocolate Marble Cake
Prep
25 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
You've got to try this stunning Ruby Chocolate Marble Cake! It's one of my favorite desserts to make because it comes together in just an hour from start to finish. The cocoa powder in this recipe is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little better about indulging. What makes it so special is that gorgeous marbled effect from the ruby chocolate swirled through the batter, creating these beautiful pink and dark brown ribbons. Plus, it's incredibly budget friendly since most of these ingredients are pantry staples. This cake always impresses guests without any fussy techniques required.
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Ingredients
- 300 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 150 gruby chocolate chips
- 50 gbaking powder
- 25 gsalt
- 300 mlmilk
- 4large eggs
- 100 mlvegetable oil
- 20 mlpink food coloring
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Grease two 8-inch (20cm) round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Tip: To ensure easy cake removal, make sure to grease the pans thoroughly.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a gentle whisking motion to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine milk, oil, eggs, and food coloring. Whisk until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl to incorporate all the ingredients.
- 4
Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
Tip: Be patient and mix until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Melt the ruby chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.
- 6
Fold the melted ruby chocolate into the cake batter until well combined.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula to avoid overmixing.
- 7
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
Tip: Use a spatula to remove any air bubbles.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- 9
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of melted ruby chocolate on top.
Tip: Use a spatula to smooth the chocolate.
- 10
Place the second cake layer on top and drizzle with additional melted ruby chocolate, if desired.
Tip: Let the cake set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- 11
Slice and serve!
Tip: Enjoy your stunning Ruby Chocolate Marble Cake!
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