Zebra Cakes Recipe
Description
Delicious Homemade Zebra Cakes: A Sweet Treat for Every Occasion
Indulge in the ultimate homemade zebra cakes recipe, featuring soft, moist vanilla sponge layers paired with a creamy marshmallow filling. These delightful treats are coated in a smooth white chocolate glaze and adorned with elegant dark chocolate zebra stripes, making them as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or satisfying your sweet cravings, this recipe is beginner-friendly and includes step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results every time. With just 30 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking, you'll have a dozen irresistible zebra cakes that look and taste like they came straight from a bakery.
Follow our pro tips for clean cuts and neat decorations, and enjoy these sweet confections that will impress both kids and adults alike!
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Ingredients
For the Cake:
For the Filling:
For the Icing:
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9x13-inch pans.
- Make the Batter: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and airy. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, making sure to begin and finish with the dry ingredients.
- Bake: Divide batter into pans. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Prepare Filling: Beat marshmallow fluff, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over one cake layer. Top with the second layer.
- Cut into Shapes: Slice into squares or ovals.
- Decorate: Dip cakes in melted white chocolate to coat completely. Drizzle dark chocolate in zebra stripes. Allow to set.
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 310kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16g25%
- Saturated Fat 9g45%
- Cholesterol 70mg24%
- Sodium 140mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 27g
- Protein 3g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Tips
- Use a piping bag for more precise chocolate stripes.
- Chill the cakes briefly before cutting for cleaner edges.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.