Decadent Chocolate Swirl Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Decadent Chocolate Swirl Cake, perfect for any celebration or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. This delightful dessert features a moist vanilla base infused with luscious cocoa, creating a beautiful marbled effect that is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether served at a birthday party or enjoyed with a cup of coffee, this cake is sure to impress family and friends. Follow this easy recipe to create an exquisite dessert that everyone will love!
N/A
Servings
210
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
2 cups (Sifted)
Baking Powder
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon (N/A)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (N/A)
Instant Coffee
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Cocoa Powder
1/3 cup (N/A)
Granulated Sugar
1 1/3 cups (Divided)
Whole Egg
1 (Beaten with egg white)
Egg White
1 (Beaten with whole egg)
Unsalted Butter
6 tablespoons (Cut into pieces)
Nonfat Yogurt
1 cup (N/A)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (N/A)
Instructions
1
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the lower third. Coat an 8 to 10-cup tube pan with cooking spray.
2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined. Sift the mixture to ensure it's light and airy. In a separate small bowl, combine instant coffee, cocoa powder, and 1/3 cup of granulated sugar with 1/4 cup of water; whisk until smooth and set aside.
3
In another small bowl, whisk the whole egg and egg white together until blended. Set aside for later use.
4
In a large electric mixing bowl, place the cut pieces of unsalted butter and beat for about 1 minute until softened. Gradually add the remaining cup of sugar, beating on high speed for approximately 3 minutes until the mixture is creamy.
5
Slowly drizzle in the eggs, about 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating constantly for about 2 minutes. Reduce the mixer speed to low and incorporate one-third of the flour mixture, followed by half of the yogurt on medium-high speed.
6
Once combined, add half of the remaining flour on low speed, then beat in the rest of the yogurt along with vanilla extract. Finally, incorporate the remaining flour mixture on low speed until just combined.
7
Carefully measure out 1 1/2 cups of the yogurt batter and fold it into the prepared cocoa mixture, ensuring it's well mixed.
8
To create the marbled effect, drop dollops of the white batter into the bottom of the prepared pan, filling about three-quarters of the way. Top with dollops of the chocolate batter, then place small dollops of the white batter on top of the chocolate, allowing some chocolate to show through.
9
Using a table knife, gently swirl the batters together in a circular or zigzag motion to create a marbled appearance, being careful not to overmix.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before unmolding onto a wire rack. Let it cool completely before serving or storing for later enjoyment.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
27g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for a Decadent Chocolate Swirl Cake.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
Where should the oven rack be positioned for baking?
The rack should be positioned in the lower third of the oven.
What type of baking pan is required?
An 8 to 10-cup tube pan is recommended.
How should I prepare the tube pan?
Coat the tube pan with cooking spray.
What dry ingredients need to be sifted?
Whisk and sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
What ingredients are in the cocoa mixture?
The cocoa mixture consists of instant coffee, cocoa powder, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup water.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses one whole egg and one egg white.
How long should I beat the butter?
Beat the butter for about 1 minute until softened.
How much sugar is added to the butter?
One cup of granulated sugar is gradually added to the butter.
How long should the butter and sugar be beaten?
Beat the mixture on high speed for approximately 3 minutes until creamy.
How should the eggs be added to the creamed mixture?
Slowly drizzle in the eggs, about 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating constantly.
What is the correct order for adding flour and yogurt?
Incorporate one-third of the flour, then half the yogurt, then half the remaining flour, the rest of the yogurt, and finally the last of the flour.
What kind of yogurt should be used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of nonfat yogurt.
When should the vanilla extract be added?
The vanilla extract is beaten in along with the second portion of yogurt.
How much batter is mixed with the cocoa mixture?
Measure out 1 1/2 cups of the yogurt batter to fold into the cocoa mixture.
How do I create the marbled effect in the pan?
Drop dollops of white batter, top with chocolate batter dollops, then add more white dollops on top.
How should I swirl the batters together?
Use a table knife in a circular or zigzag motion to swirl the batters.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes.
How do I test if the cake is done?
The cake is done when it pulls away from the sides and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.
Where should the cake be placed after unmolding?
Unmold the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 210 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 8g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 27g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the cake?
The cake contains 3g of protein per serving.
What type of coffee is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of instant coffee.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include cake, dessert, chocolate, marble cake, and baking.
Is the butter salted or unsalted?
The recipe specifies 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
What temperature should the ingredients be before starting?
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before you begin.