Delicious Marble Cake

6. Prepare the chocolate mixture: In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder, boiling water, and vegetable oil. Stir until smooth and well combined. Let it cool slightly.
7. Divide the batter: Take about 1/3 of the vanilla cake batter and mix it into the chocolate mixture, stirring until well combined. You now have two batters: one vanilla and one chocolate.

Assemble the marble cake:

8. Layer the batters: Drop spoonfuls of the vanilla and chocolate batters into the prepared cake pan, alternating between the two.
9. Swirl the batters: Use a knife or a skewer to swirl the two batters together, creating a marbled effect. Be careful not to over-swirl—just a few gentle swirls will give the best effect.

Bake the cake:

10. Bake: Place the cake in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional glaze or frosting:

12. Frost or glaze (optional): You can enjoy the cake as is, or for an extra touch, you can drizzle some chocolate glaze or dust it with powdered sugar for a simple finish.

Tips:

• Use room-temperature ingredients: Make sure your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for the best texture.
• For a richer chocolate flavor: You can add a little more cocoa powder or even melt some chocolate into the batter for an extra indulgent marble effect.
• Storage: Store your cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

This Marble Cake is perfect for any occasion with its delicate balance of vanilla and chocolate. It’s easy to make, and everyone will love the delicious flavor and beautiful marbled appearance! Enjoy!