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Orange and Black Halloween Marble Cake

Delightful Orange and Black Halloween Marble Cake Recipe

This Orange and Black Halloween Marble Cake is a delightful and visually stunning treat that brings festive flair to any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 180 g self-raising flour ensures a fluffy texture for your cake.
  • 180 g butter (salted) adds richness and depth of flavor.
  • 180 g soft brown sugar provides a sweet, caramel-like taste.
  • 3 pieces eggs helps bind the ingredients together while adding moisture.
  • 100 ml milk keeps the batter smooth and easy to mix.
  • 7.5 g black cocoa powder introduces a deep, rich chocolate flavor and dark hue.
  • 15 g pumpkin powder enhances fall flavors, making it perfect for Halloween.
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice mix adds warmth and aroma to the cake.
  • teaspoon baking powder helps the cake rise beautifully.
  • teaspoon salt balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract brings a lovely fragrance to the cake.
  • a few drops orange food coloring brightens the orange batter for a festive touch.
  • a few drops black food coloring (optional) intensifies the dark layer of the batter.
For the Glaze and Decoration
  • 75 g powdered sugar creates a sweet and glossy finish for your cake.
  • tablespoons warm water helps achieve the right consistency for the glaze.
  • Black and orange sprinkles add a playful crunch and visual appeal.
  • Eyeball candy perfect for enhancing the spooky theme of your cake.

Equipment

  • 8-inch by 4-inch loaf tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 175℃ (350°F) and grease and flour an 8-inch by 4-inch loaf tin.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 180 g of salted butter and 180 g of soft brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add 3 eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Sift together 180 g of self-raising flour, ⅓ teaspoon of baking powder, ⅛ teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of pumpkin spice mix in another bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with half of the 100 ml of milk until incorporated.
  6. Add ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until well combined with no flour streaks.
  7. Scoop out one third of the batter; sift in 7.5 g of black cocoa powder and mix thoroughly.
  8. Into the remaining batter, sift 15 g of pumpkin powder and add a few drops of orange food coloring, mixing well.
  9. Layer the batters in the prepared tin, alternating between orange and dark cocoa batters, then swirl gently with a skewer.
  10. Bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes.
  11. Sift 75 g of powdered sugar into a bowl and mix with 1½ tablespoons of warm water until smooth for the glaze.
  12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and decorate with black and orange sprinkles and eyeball candy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and don't overmix the batter to retain a light texture.

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