Romanian Cocoa Marble Cake
A fluffy Romanian cocoa loaf cake — a classic with a soft texture and rich chocolate flavor. Moist on the inside with a lightly crisp crust, this cocoa marble cake is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or special occasions.
Servings
12
Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
65 min
🥘Ingredients
servings
Main ingredients
For the cocoa mixture
Optional — for decoration
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
1 cake (approx. 12 slices)
📦Storage
Refrigerator
3–4 days wrapped in cling film at room temperature or refrigerated
Freezer
Up to 2 months if well wrapped in cling film and placed in a bag; thaw at room temperature
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per slice (approx. 80 g, from 12 slices)
Calories
320 kcal
Protein
5 g
Fat
15 g
Carbohydrates
43 g
Fiber
1 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Add 100 g chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for a crunchy texture.
Replace 50 g of flour with ground almonds for a more refined flavor and moister texture.
Add the zest of 1 orange to the white batter for a chocolate-orange flavor.
Replace the oil with melted butter for a richer flavor and finer texture.