Red White & Blue Marble Cake
Red White & Blue Marble Cake is a stunning dessert that bursts with vibrant hues and delightful flavors, making it an ideal centerpiece for celebrations like Independence Day, birthdays, or summer picnics. This light and fluffy cake features mesmerizing swirls of red and blue against a creamy white base, enticing everyone to indulge in its festive charm. Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients, this cake will surely impress your guests and keep them coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and blue gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy in another bowl. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the milk until just blended.
- Divide the batter into three bowls: one plain, one with red coloring, and one with blue coloring. Alternate pouring the batters into the pans for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Customize flavors by adding lemon zest or almond extract for an extra twist. Top with cream cheese frosting and colorful sprinkles for added fun.