Caramel Macchiato Marble Cake Recipe

Name: Caramel Macchiato Marble Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 1/4 ounces vanilla cake mix; 1 1/4 cups water; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 3 eggs; 5 teaspoons instant coffee; Frosting; 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup half-and-half; 2 1/2 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons light corn syrup; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

18 1/4 ounces vanilla cake mix
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
5 teaspoons instant coffee
Frosting
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Prepare 13 x 9 pan by spraying with Pam and either sprinkle with flour or cover with parchment paper, and spray paper with Pam.
2
Make cake batter according to package directions using water. oil & eggs.
3
Pour batter into 13 x 9 prepared pan leaving about 1-1/2 cups of batter in mixer bowl.
4
Add instant coffee powder to mixer and blend until coffee dissolves.
5
Drop dollops of coffee flavored batter on top of batter in pan and marbelize using a butter knife.
6
Bake at 350u00b0 for 35 to 40 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick. (Stick toothpick in toward the center of cake and check for crumbs. If there are no crumbs on pick, cake is done.).
7
Frosting: Put brown sugar, half and half, butter, corn syrup and a pinch of salt into a small saucepan and cook on medium heat until it comes to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for five minutes. Add vanilla and pour into mixer bowl and start mixing on slow speed. Add confectioners sugar and mix well until sugar is well combined and frosting has cooled down a bit. It will be thin. When cake has cooled, pour warm glaze over cake and enjoy!

1326

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 1/4 ounces vanilla cake mix, 1 1/4 cups water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Caramel Macchiato Marble Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Caramel Macchiato Marble Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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