Moist Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe
Indulge in the timeless delight of a moist vanilla bundt cake. With its pure vanilla flavor and soft texture, this versatile treat is perfect on its own or adorned with your favorite toppings. Simple yet comforting, it's sure to become a favorite for any occasion.
Equipment
- Bundt pan
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Electric mixer (handheld or stand)
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease your bundt pan with butter or cooking spray.
Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a separate medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. This will take about 3-4 minutes.
Add the Eggs One at a Time
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition. Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Add the vanilla extract to the buttermilk and whisk it together. Now, you’ll alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk mixture to the creamed butter and sugar. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined after each addition.
- Tip: Don’t overmix the batter! A few lumps are perfectly fine. Overmixing can lead to a tough cake.
Bake Until Golden Brown
- Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Glaze
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, you can drizzle the cake with a simple vanilla glaze made by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
Notes
Be sure to properly grease and flour your bundt pan to prevent the cake from sticking. If your cakBe sure to properly grease and flour your bundt pan to prevent the cake from sticking. If your cake does stick, don’t panic! Simply place a clean kitchen towel soaked in hot water over the pan for a few minutes to help release it.e does stick, don’t panic! Simply place a clean kitchen towel soaked in hot water over the pan for a few minutes to help release it.