Classic Chocolate Bundt Cake

The Bundt cake is the queen of the festive table. The unique shape isn't just for looks: the central 'chimney' allows heat to penetrate the center of the cake, ensuring this thick batter bakes evenly without burning the edges.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 315 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Bundt Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Sifter
  • Double Boiler

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease the Bundt pan thoroughly, getting into all ridges, and dust with cocoa powder.

Tip: Using cocoa instead of flour for dusting prevents white streaks on your dark cake.
2

Melt the chocolate and cool. Sift the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, cocoa, salt) together.

Tip: Sifting aerates the flour and removes lumps, creating a lighter crumb.
3

Beat the butter with the sugar until fluffy, add eggs one at a time, then the melted chocolate.

Tip: Add eggs slowly and let each one incorporate fully to build a stable emulsion.
4

Fold in the flour mixture alternately with the milk. Do not overmix!

Tip: Overmixing will result in a dense, tough cake.
5

Pour into the pan and bake for 40-45 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting.

Tip: The cake structure stabilizes during this cooling period, helping it release cleanly.

Recipe FAQ

Why did it stick to the pan?
Bundt pans have many crevices. Grease generously and dust with cocoa powder. If it sticks, place a damp, cold towel on the inverted pan bottom for a few minutes to help release it.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • 10 tbsp Butter (softened)
  • 5 oz Dark Chocolate
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 2 tbsp Confectioners' Sugar (for dusting)