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Chocolate Bundt Cake

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich, moist chocolate Bundt cake with deep cocoa flavor, perfect for any occasion and easy to prepare.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240ml) hot water
  • 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-12 cup Bundt pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together hot water and cocoa powder until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat until combined.
  5. Slowly mix in the cocoa mixture until smooth.
  6. Fold in mini chocolate chips, if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate glaze before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing results.
  • This cake stores well at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • You can freeze slices individually wrapped for up to 2 months.