Neapolitan Marble Loaf is a delightful and visually appealing cake that combines the classic flavors of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry in a single loaf. Perfect for dessert or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 3 units eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually alternate adding the sifted flour and milk to the mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Divide the batter into three equal parts. Stir cocoa powder into one part, strawberry jam into another part, and leave the last part plain.
- Spoon each batter into the prepared loaf pan alternating the flavors, then use a knife to swirl them together gently to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg