Oma’s German Marble Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Authentic German Marble Cake recipe for a comforting dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

429

Sugar

31g

Fat

20g

German Marble Cake, or 'Marmor Kuchen' in German, is a traditional cake that's been enjoyed for generations in Germany and beyond. The cake is known for its marbled appearance, which is created by swirling together vanilla and chocolate cake batter. The cake has a light, fluffy texture, and a buttery, rich flavor that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. This recipe was passed down through generations in Oma's family, and now it can be shared with yours.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-cup bundt pan with butter.
2.	In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy.
3.	Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4.	Sift the flour and baking powder together in a separate bowl, and gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
5.	In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold the egg whites into the batter.
6.	Divide the batter into two parts, and add the cocoa to one part.
7.	Spoon both batters alternately into the prepared bundt pan, and use a knife to swirl the two together.
8.	Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9.	Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

German Marble Cake is a classic recipe that’s simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

The cake has a beautiful marbled pattern and a light, fluffy texture.

CONS

The cake is high in calories and sugar, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, the recipe requires quite a few ingredients and can be time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not the healthiest of desserts, this cake has some benefits in moderation.
The eggs provide protein and important vitamins and minerals such as choline, selenium, and vitamin D.

	1 cup butter
	1 3/4 cups sugar
	5 egg yolks
	3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 cup milk
	2 teaspoons baking powder
	5 egg whites
	2 tablespoons sweet cocoa