The Five‑Egg Marble Cake: Equal Parts Flour, Sugar, and Fat

This cake gets its name because the recipe uses five eggs and equal weights of flour, sugar, and fat—whether butter, margarine, or even lard—plus a spoonful of baking soda. Add cocoa powder or grated chocolate to one portion of the batter to create a marble effect. Toss in raisins, make a lemon version by adding lemon juice and zest, or fold in chopped apples or other fruit for another delicious option.

Cream the sugar with the fat, then, while continuing to mix, add the eggs one at a time, followed by the flour and baking soda. This cake offers endless possibilities for home cooks.