Marble Pound Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Stir in the almond extract.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the whole milk, and mix until just combined.

7. 7

   Divide the batter into two equal parts.

8. 8

   Mix the cocoa powder into one half of the batter until well incorporated.

9. 9

   Spoon the batters alternately into the prepared loaf pan, then use a knife to swirl them together to create a marbled effect.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

11. 11

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.