Description
Savor the magic of dessert with a Swirled Chocolate Dream Bundt, a moist and decadent cake that’s perfect for any special occasion! This deliciously rich cake features a delightful blend of chocolate and vanilla flavors, beautifully swirled together for an impressive presentation that will wow your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your cake bakes evenly and rises beautifully.
- Prepare Your Bundt Pan: Grease and flour your bundt pan thoroughly to prevent the cake from sticking after baking. This will give you a perfect release and a beautiful shape.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This helps distribute the leavening agents evenly throughout the mixture.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3 to 5 minutes. This step is crucial for creating a light and airy cake.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated. The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want a smooth batter without lumps.
- Layer the Batter: Divide the batter into two bowls. In one bowl, add additional cocoa powder if desired for a richer chocolate flavor. Take turns layering the batters in the prepared bundt pan, swirling them gently with a knife for a marbled effect.
- Bake: Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The aroma will be heavenly!
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. This will help maintain its shape and keep it moist.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for the best results.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix just until combined to keep your cake light and fluffy.
- Check for Doneness: Start checking your cake a few minutes before the recommended time to avoid overbaking.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool fully before glazing or serving to prevent melting.
- Use Quality Ingredients: High-quality cocoa powder and vanilla extract make a noticeable difference in flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chocolate cake, Bundt cake, Dessert recipe, Chocolate dessert