For a richer coffee flavor, use espresso powder instead of instant coffee. Ensure the butter is properly softened for a smooth and creamy batter. Don't overbake the cake, as it can become dry. Check for doneness starting at 35 minutes. For a more pronounced marbled effect, try swirling the batters in a figure-eight pattern. This cake is delicious served warm or at room temperature. It pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee.
Marbled Tea Cake
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS21
Elevate your afternoon tea with this delightful Marbled Tea Cake. A tender vanilla crumb is artistically swirled with rich coffee notes, finished with a sprinkle of fragrant cinnamon sugar for a comforting and elegant treat.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate44 g
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Cholesterol78 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium374 mg
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Sugar20 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour an 8x8 inch square baking pan. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. (2 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. (2 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Gradually add half of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Pour in the milk and mix until smooth. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
06
Step
1 mins
Transfer about 1/3 of the vanilla batter to a separate small bowl. (1 minute)
07
Step
1 mins
In a small cup or bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in 2 tablespoons of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. (1 minute)
08
Step
1 mins
Pour the coffee mixture into the smaller bowl of batter and stir until evenly combined. (1 minute)
09
Step
5 mins
Spoon half of the vanilla batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Top with the coffee batter, spreading it gently. Spoon the remaining vanilla batter over the coffee layer. (5 minutes)
10
Step
2 mins
Use a butter knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marbled effect. Avoid over-swirling to maintain distinct layers. (2 minutes)
11
Step
35 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (35-40 minutes)
12
Step
30 mins
Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes before dusting with cinnamon sugar. (30 minutes)
13
StepCut into squares and serve. Enjoy!
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Robbie Blick
Jun 8, 2025My family loved this cake! It's become a new favorite for our Sunday tea time.
Joaquin Green
May 28, 2025I added a teaspoon of almond extract to the vanilla batter and it was delicious!
Anastasia Green
Apr 26, 2025This cake was so easy to make and tasted amazing! The coffee swirl was a big hit.
Lloyd Skiles
Apr 20, 2025The cake was slightly dry, I would suggest adding some sour cream.