Description
Chocolate Bundt Cake is a rich and moist dessert that perfectly balances deep chocolate flavors with a tender crumb and elegant Bundt shape. Ideal for celebrations, cozy gatherings, or everyday indulgence, this cake features high-quality cocoa, buttermilk for moisture, and a hint of coffee to intensify chocolate notes. Its versatility allows easy customization with nuts, spices, fruits, or dairy-free options, making it a timeless favorite that impresses every time.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk or sour cream
- 1 cup hot coffee or espresso
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan and Preheat Oven: Grease your Bundt pan thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray, then lightly dust it with flour to ensure the cake releases cleanly. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it reaches the ideal temperature when your batter is ready.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend), cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well to combine and avoid lumps for a smooth batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, beat granulated sugar with vegetable oil or melted butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract followed by the buttermilk or sour cream to add moisture and tenderness.
- Incorporate Coffee and Dry Mix: Slowly add the hot coffee or espresso to the wet ingredients, stirring gently. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Bake and Cool: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and dairy for better batter consistency and cake rise.
- Thoroughly grease and flour the pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Measure flour by spooning and leveling to avoid a dense cake.
- Use fresh cocoa powder for maximum chocolate flavor potency.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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