Two-tone Plumcake

Name: Two-tone Plumcake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 2 cups; Eggs about 2 large ½ cup; Unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup; Sugar ¾ cup; Sunflower seed oil 2.5 oz; Whole milk ½ cup; Baking powder 3 ½ tsp; Orange peel 1

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Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 321
Carbohydrates g 46.3
of which sugars g 21.7
Protein g 7
Fats g 12
of which saturated fat g 2.41
Fiber g 2.4
Cholesterol mg 60
Sodium mg 66

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Serving: 8
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Silvia Sciattella

The two-tone plumcake is like, a total favorite in Italian homes—perfect for breakfast or snacks. It's got a moist, soft crumb that's just super super good, with layers of light and cocoa that look amazing on any table. And look, people really love how the contrasting doughs in this two-tone cake create wavy patterns, kinda like a zebra cake with a cozy Italian vibe. It's got that classic marble cake feel, with a tender texture that makes it a hit for both kids and adults, especially with coffee or milk. Seriously good.

Across Italy, you’ll find all sorts of versions. Some have chocolate chips, others maybe yogurt, or even a hint of lemon for a fresh twist. Thing is, no matter how you make it, this cake's all about sharing with family and friends, with each slice showing those golden and chocolatey streaks everyone loves.

Italian baking traditions? They are all about simple flavors and making food that looks—and tastes—amazing. This chocolate vanilla cake totally fits that tradition. It might remind you of a marble loaf cake or even a marble pound cake from elsewhere, but the Italian plumcake? It's lighter and softer. And listen, the bi-color appearance is not just for show—it gives each bite a mix of sweet vanilla and rich cocoa.

Italians love to mix things up with flavors, adding lemon, yogurt, or even a hint of almond for a personal touch. During family breakfasts, this cake is cut into thick, moist slices, ready for dunking or just enjoying plain. You know, it’s the kind of cake that makes mornings special—without being too heavy.

Whether you call it an easy marble cake recipe or see it as a homemade treat, this two-tone plumcake brings a lot of joy. For real. It's got those comforting flavors and looks. In Italian kitchens, it remains a beloved tradition, reflecting the beauty and simplicity of Italian sweet baking. Whether shared over a casual breakfast or a chill afternoon snack, this cake is pretty much a cherished part of Italian culinary culture.

How to prepare Two-tone Plumcake

To prepare the two-tone plumcake, start by breaking the eggs into a bowl, add the sugar 1, the grated zest of one orange 2, and mix with a whisk 3.

Then, still mixing, add the oil 4, the milk 5, and then 1 3/4 cups of sifted flour taken from the indicated amount 6.

Finally, incorporate the sifted baking powder 7. At this point, divide the batter into two bowls 8 and add the sifted cocoa powder to one 9.

Incorporate by stirring with a spatula to avoid lumps 10. In the other bowl, incorporate the remaining flour, sifting and gently folding it in 11. Now, you need to pour the batter into a greased and floured 10 x 4 inch loaf pan. Follow a free pattern, scooping in some of the light batter 12

and then the dark one, alternating the scoops 13. Now, proceed with baking in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 35 minutes. As soon as it is ready, remove your two-tone plumcake from the oven and let it cool slightly before removing it from the pan and cooling it on a rack 15.

Storage

The two-tone plumcake can be stored for a few days under a cake dome.

You can also freeze it, preferably cooked and already sliced.

Advice

How to make the two-tone plumcake even more delicious? Add chopped dark chocolate to the batter. Alternatively, you can add roughly chopped hazelnuts directly to the mixture before baking!

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Two-tone Plumcake

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Two-tone Plumcake

Storage

Advice

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