Classic Vanilla and Chocolate Marbled Cake PT80M https://img2.recipesrun.com/201907/2019/1023/92/a/613225/300x200x90.jpg The secret to this recipe is the homemade chocolate syrup, which you make on the stove before adding it to the batter. Made with coffee and cocoa powder (and a touch of honey), it lends a rich, deep chocolate flavor because the cocoa blooms in the hot coffee. You don’t necessarily taste the coffee or honey, but they both boost the chocolate goodness! 10 servings Ingredients: chocolate pearls, chocolate shavings, or chocolate sprinkles (optional) 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup whole milk 1 vanilla bean 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup buttermilk 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 4 large eggs, at room temperature 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/4 cup mild-tasting honey 1/2 cup freshly brewed strong hot coffee 1/2 cup natural cocoa powder 1/2 cup granulated sugar