Vanilla Pudding Bundt Cake
Vanilla Pudding Bundt Cake is a rich, moist cake made by blending vanilla pudding mix into the batter for extra softness. Baked in a Bundt pan, it features a tender crumb and a delicate vanilla flavor. Finished with a smooth, sweet icing, this cake is a delicious, elegant dessert ideal for gatherings or celebrations.
Equipment
- Bundt pan (10-12 cup capacity)
- Electric mixer or stand mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Rubber spatula
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Cake:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3.4 oz package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk
- ½ cup canola oil or grapeseed oil
- ⅔ cup sour cream at room temperature
Vanilla Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 teaspoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1: Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, instant vanilla pudding mix, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3: Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
4: Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- On low speed, alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Then mix in the oil and finally the sour cream, just until combined. Do not overmix.
6: Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
7: Make and Apply the Icing
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake. Allow icing to set before serving.