Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe – Easy Decadent Dessert Idea
Chocolate bundt cake is the ultimate indulgence! Moist, rich, and topped with a glossy ganache, this cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress with a decadent dessert. Simple to make yet elegant enough to be the centerpiece of your table.
Equipment
- Bundt pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk & spatula
- Electric mixer (optional)
- Saucepan
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Ganache Glaze:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Grease Bundt pan with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: Melt butter, whisk with hot water and cocoa until smooth.
- Combine: Add cocoa mixture to dry ingredients. Stir in sour cream, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Bake: Pour batter into pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–55 minutes, until toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & Invert: Cool 15 minutes in pan, then invert onto wire rack. Cool completely.
- Glaze: Heat cream until steaming, pour over chocolate chips, whisk until smooth. Drizzle over cake.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Add chocolate chips for double chocolate Bundt cake.
- Enhance flavor with a splash of coffee.
- Vegan option: plant-based yogurt + dairy-free chocolate.
- Mini Bundts are perfect for parties.
- Dust with powdered sugar or garnish with berries for festive flair.