Marbled Pound Cake

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper; set aside.

2. 2

   Whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.

3. 3

   Beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about five minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until combined. Mix in vanilla. Add flour mixture in two batches, alternating with the buttermilk and beginning and ending with the flour.

4. 4

   Set aside 1/3 of the batter.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix the cocoa with 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water with a rubber spatula until smooth. Add to the batter set aside and stir until well combined.

6. 6

   Spoon batters into the prepared pan, alternating between vanilla and chocolate. To create a marbling effect, cut a knife through the batters in a swirling motion.

7. 7

   Bake for 40-50 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool 10 minutes, then turn cake out from pan and allow to cool completely.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.