Amazing Wholesome Marble Cake

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This Eggless Whole Wheat Marble Loaf Cake is a simple, comforting bake from my Wholesome Basics series. The focus of this series is everyday baking using basic ingredients and reliable methods that anyone can follow.

This marble loaf cake is made without maida and without eggs. It uses whole wheat flour and jaggery or raw sugar for sweetness. The cake has a soft crumb and a classic vanilla and chocolate swirl in every slice. It is perfect for tea time, snacks, or a simple homemade dessert.

Let’s look at the main ingredients!

Whole Wheat Flour

Whole wheat flour forms the base of the cake. It adds fibre and gives the loaf a hearty texture while still staying soft.

Jaggery or Raw Sugar

Jaggery or raw sugar is used to sweeten the cake. It adds a deeper flavour compared to refined sugar and works well in tea cakes.

Butter or Ghee

Butter or ghee adds richness and flavour. It helps create a tender crumb and improves the overall taste of the cake.

Oil

Oil helps keep the cake moist for longer. It also balances the texture of whole wheat flour.

Milk and Vinegar (Buttermilk)

Milk mixed with vinegar creates homemade buttermilk. This helps the cake rise well and keeps it soft.

Cocoa Powder

Cocoa powder is used for the chocolate swirl. It adds colour and a mild chocolate flavour.

Instant Coffee

Instant coffee enhances the cocoa flavour. It does not make the cake taste like coffee.

Milk Powder

Milk powder improves the texture of eggless cakes. It adds softness and a slightly richer taste.

Corn Flour

Corn flour lightens the batter. It helps prevent the cake from becoming dense.

Baking Powder and Baking Soda

These leavening agents help the cake rise. They give the loaf a soft and even crumb.

Vanilla Extract and Salt

Vanilla adds aroma and flavour. Salt balances the sweetness of the cake.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Eggless and beginner friendly
• Made with whole wheat flour (no maida)
• Sweetened with jaggery or raw sugar
• Soft, moist crumb with bakery-style marble swirls
• Perfect for tea time, snacking, or lunchboxes

This Eggless Whole Wheat Marble Loaf Cake is a simple, comforting bake that proves you don’t need complicated ingredients to create something special. As part of my Wholesome Basics series, this recipe focuses on foundational techniques that help you bake with confidence while choosing more mindful ingredients.

If you try this recipe, let me know how your marble swirls turned out — every loaf is beautifully unique.

Eggless Whole Wheat Marble Loaf Cake

Serves: 10 Prep Time: 20 mins Cooking Time: 40 mins 40 mins

Rating: 5.0/5

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Ingredients

2 tbsp/10g Cocoa Powder

1 tsp Instant coffee,

2 tsp Jaggery

1 tbsp/15ml Hot Water

1.25 cups/310ml Milk

1 tsp/5ml Vinegar

1 cup (160g) - Raw Sugar or Jaggery

1/4 cup (45g) - Unsalted Butter or Ghee

2 tbsp (30ml) - Vegetable Oil

2 tsp (10ml) - Vanilla Extract

1/4 tsp - Salt or 1/2 tsp - Pink Salt

1.5 cups (200g) - Wholewheat Flour/ White Wholewheat Flour

1/4 cup (30g) - Unsweetened Milk Powder

3 tbsp (20g) - Corn Flour

1.5 tsp - Baking Powder

1/2 tsp - Baking Soda

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Paste
Mix cocoa powder, instant coffee, jaggery, and hot water in a bowl. Stir until smooth and keep aside to cool slightly.

Step 2: Make the Buttermilk
Add vinegar to milk and mix well. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes until slightly curdled.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk jaggery or raw sugar, butter or ghee, and oil until creamy. Add vanilla extract and salt, and mix well.

Step 4: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, mix whole wheat flour, milk powder, corn flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Sieve this mixture into the wet ingredients.

Step 5: Make the Batter
Add the prepared buttermilk and gently fold to form a smooth batter. 

Step 6: Create the Marble Batter
Remove one-third of the batter into a separate bowl. Mix the prepared chocolate paste into this portion.

Step 7: Assemble the Cake
Line an 8-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Alternately scoop vanilla and chocolate batters into the pan, then swirl lightly using a skewer in large figure-8 motions.

Step 8: Bake
Draw a thin butter line down the centre of the batter. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Step 9: Cool & Serve
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice once completely cooled and enjoy.

Notes

• Always sieve the dry ingredients to avoid lumps and ensure a lighter texture.

• Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added, as this can make the cake dense.

• When creating the marble pattern, fewer swirls give a more defined design.

• Baking time may vary slightly depending on your oven, and the size of the pan, so start checking after 35 minutes.

• Let the cake cool completely before slicing to get clean, neat slices.

• For storing the cake, wrap it in a plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for upto 6-7 days.

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