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Orange and Black Halloween Marble Cake

Spooktacular Orange and Black Halloween Marble Cake Recipe

This Orange and Black Halloween Marble Cake is a delightful treat that combines pumpkin spice and rich chocolate, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Self-Raising Flour All-purpose flour with baking powder works in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Butter (Salted) Feel free to use unsalted, adjusting salt slightly.
  • 1 cup Soft Brown Sugar Light brown sugar is a great substitute.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they’re room-temperature to avoid curdling.
  • 1 cup Milk Any kind, whether dairy or plant-based, will do.
  • ½ cup Black Cocoa Powder Regular cocoa can lighten the hue.
  • ½ cup Pumpkin Powder Swap for fresh pumpkin puree, adjusting liquid ingredients as necessary.
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Spice Mix Cinnamon and nutmeg can be used as substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Unnecessary if you’re using self-raising flour.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Reduce if using salted butter.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange and Black Food Coloring Optional for a more natural look.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Make sure to sift it for a smooth texture.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Warm Water Add little by little until smooth.
For Decoration
  • ½ cup Black and Orange Sprinkles Feel free to mix in other fun colors!
  • 1 package Eyeball Candy Optional but adds festive flair.

Equipment

  • 8x4 inch loaf tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour an 8x4 inch loaf tin or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature salted butter until soft and creamy. Gradually add the soft brown sugar, beating until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin spice mix.
  5. Fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk in three parts. Stir gently to keep the batter light.
  6. Divide the combined batter into two bowls. Fold black cocoa powder into one for the dark mixture and pumpkin powder with orange food coloring into the other.
  7. Spoon alternating dollops of the orange and black batters into your prepared loaf tin, swirling gently with a skewer or knife.
  8. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together sifted powdered sugar and warm water until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, sprinkle with black and orange sprinkles, and add eyeball candy for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements. Ensure eggs are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain cake's airy texture.

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