Homemade Zebra Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cake:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup milk
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
For the Frosting:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2-3 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
4. Divide the Batter: Split the batter evenly into two bowls. In one bowl, sift in the cocoa powder and mix until well combined.
5. Create the Zebra Pattern: To assemble the cake, drop alternating spoonfuls of the vanilla and chocolate batters into the center of each prepared cake pan. Start with a spoonful of vanilla, then add a spoonful of chocolate on top, and continue this pattern until all the batter is used.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Make the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with milk, until you reach the desired consistency. Stir in vanilla extract.
8. Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
9. Serve: Slice and serve your delicious homemade zebra cake!
Preparation Time
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
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Enjoy your beautiful and tasty homemade zebra cake!