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Gorgeous Marbled Cake with Praline Crunch

This stunning cake combines rich chocolate and creamy vanilla, topped with a delightful praline crunch for a visual and taste sensation.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup milk Use at room temperature.
For the Praline Crunch
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Use unsalted butter.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set it aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix, alternating with the milk until combined.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter in half. Stir cocoa powder into one half, creating the chocolate batter.
  2. Spoon the two batters alternately into prepared pans, creating a marbled effect using a knife or skewer.
  3. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
Praline Crunch Preparation
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pecans, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and butter. Stir until melted and combined.
  2. Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it out evenly. Allow it to cool and harden before breaking into pieces.
Assembly
  1. Once the cakes are completely cool, layer them with frosting of your choice and top with the praline crunch.

Notes

For serving, pair with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.