Zebra Cake from the King

Get ready to dazzle your taste buds and your guests with the "Zebra Cake from the King," a visually striking and utterly delectable dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. This elegant cake combines light, fluffy layers of vanilla and chocolate batter to create a mesmerizing zebra-striped pattern that’s revealed with every slice. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet stunningly impressive. The secret lies in precisely layering the batters for that perfect, regal design. With just 25 minutes of prep time and a straightforward baking process, this centerpiece-worthy cake is ideal for birthdays, special occasions, or any moment that calls for a sweet showstopper. Serve it as is or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for a truly kingly dessert experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 large Eggs
• 240 milliliters Whole milk
• 120 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Whisk until fully combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking gently to avoid lumps. Mix until the batter is smooth.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Leave one bowl plain (vanilla batter).

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, mix the unsweetened cocoa powder with the hot water to form a smooth paste. Add the cocoa mixture to the second bowl of batter to create the chocolate batter.

Step 8

Using a ladle or large spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of vanilla batter and pour it into the center of the prepared cake pan. Then scoop 2 tablespoons of chocolate batter and pour it directly on top of the vanilla batter in the center. Repeat this process, alternating batters, until all batter has been used. The layers will spread outward to form a zebra-like pattern.

Step 9

Gently tap the filled cake pan on the counter to release any air bubbles and ensure even spreading.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Slice and serve your stunning Zebra Cake from the King, and enjoy every royal bite!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1125.2 grams (1125.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3272

Total Fat 138.20g	177%
Saturated Fat 27.70g	139%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.40g
Cholesterol 774mg	258%
Sodium 2239mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 456.10g	166%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 214.70g
Protein 67.50g	135%

Vitamin D 273IU	1365%
Calcium 481mg	37%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 1233mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 54.7%