Welcome to my kitchen, where I, your personal recipe expert, will guide you through the delightful journey of baking a mouthwatering Simple Vanilla Bundt Cake.
This classic dessert is perfect for any occasion and brings a nostalgic taste of home with its heavenly aroma and scrumptious flavor.
It’s also an incredibly crispy delicious classic in the world of cakes, so you will want to try it out.
This bundt cake recipe is just one of the many recipes you’ll want to try with your bundt pan.
A bundt pan is a type of cake pan with an insert that is shaped so that it can be inserted into the cake tin but with the top of the pan at a diagonal angle.
The result is then a “bundt” like appearance. The insert or tin makes it possible to bake layers without making two different cakes, instead baking one in the bottom half and baking one on top.
How To Prepare Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe?
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Baking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Equipment:
Before we get started, make sure you have the following baking essentials:
- A 10-cup capacity Bundt cake pan
- Electric mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Wire cooling rack
Bavaria Bundt Pan, 10-Cup, Graphite
Ingredients For Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe:
To create this Simple Vanilla Bundt Cake, you will need:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
How To Make Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe Step By Step:
Step 1 – Preparing the Bundt Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease the Bundt cake pan generously with butter or non-stick cooking spray, ensuring all crevices are well-coated.
Lightly dust the greased pan with flour, tapping out any excess.
KitchenAid 5 Ultra Power Speed Hand Mixer
Step 2 – Mixing the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3 – Creaming the Butter and Sugar
In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Step 4 – Combining Dry and Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk.
Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 5 – Baking the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Smooth the top with a rubber spatula for an even finish.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6 – Cooling and Serving
Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
Carefully invert the cake onto a wire cooling rack and allow it to cool completely.
Once cooled, transfer the cake to a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts Of Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe
- Calories: 400
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
- Sodium: 330 mg
Where Did The Bundt Cake Come From?
The bundt cake was invented by Louis Prang (1850-1903), and he named it after his hometown, St. Louis.
He began making them in the late 1800s, and they became a very popular cake after that.
This is because the cakes baked in these special pans bake well with a lot less effort than other kinds of baking and can be made for parties or special occasions, thus making them highly sought after.
How Is Bundt Cake Different From Regular Cake?
The bundt cake is made in two layers instead of a single layer, like the regular cake. Unlike a normal layer cake, this one has a lighter, airy texture and a crispier crust.
There are also no indents from where the layers are that you would find on a normal layer cake, meaning that there are no recessed pockets as you cut into it and all parts of the cake bake at the same level so that you get an even top.
How Do You Make A Bundt Cake Perfectly?
The first mistake you will make when making this kind of cake is over-mixing the batter.
This will cause the cake to have a very dense texture and be tough instead of light and fluffy.
Use a spatula to mix your batter to make sure your cake turns out well. Once mix all the ingredients.
How Long Do You Let A Bundt Cake Sit Before You Flip It?
If you want to flip your cake, you will want to wait until it has cooled for about 20 minutes before you do so.
Otherwise, the Butter in the cake will start to melt and become a mess.
Can You Use Regular Cake Mix For A Bundt Cake?
Yes, you can! The only difference between using the cake mix and baking it from scratch is that the cake will have a slightly better texture and taste.
However, the taste will not be as good as if you had baked it yourself because of the way that it’s mixed. If you want to use a cake mix, follow the same method.
Conclusion
There you have it, a delightful journey through the creation of a Simple Vanilla Bundt Cake.
This classic treat is sure to become a favorite in your home, whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving something sweet.
So, put on your apron, head to the kitchen, and let the aroma of freshly baked goodness fill your home. Happy baking!
FAQ
Can I Substitute Vanilla Extract?
Yes, you can substitute Vanilla extract for Vanilla essence by replacing one of them.
Do I Need To Add The Dry Ingredients Gradually
No, you do not. You can mix them all together in one bowl, and the vanilla bundt cake recipe will turn out the same, whether you add everything at once or gradually.
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?
Yes, you can. To do so, make your vanilla bundt cake recipe and store it in an airtight container in the fridge. You can store it for 5 days.
