Zebra Cake
Zebra Cake is a stunning dessert that harmoniously combines rich chocolate and fluffy vanilla batters, creating an eye-catching striped masterpiece. Each slice melts in your mouth, offering a delightful burst of buttery sweetness that makes it the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a casual get-together, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress guests and bring joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 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
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide the batter into two bowls; mix cocoa powder into one for chocolate.
- Alternate spoonfuls of each batter into prepared pans to create stripes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 227mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using almond extract or incorporating chocolate chips or berries into the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.