7 Amazing Chocolate Bundt Cakes ... You Can Make Yourself
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Chocolate Bundt Cakes . . . WOW!
Chocolate bundt cakes . . . mastering the art is something I've been wanting attain. That is, creating a moist, rich-tasting chocolate cake with an extra "Wow" factor.
So that meant I needed to discover a great recipe and a great bundt cake pan to complete my mission.
To my surprise . . . I found quite a few chocolate bundt cake inspirations . . . with several, I just had to share. What follows are simple but amazing chocolate bundt cake recipes along with the pans that can make them even more WOW-tastic!
Ready? Choose your favorites and "get-to-baking!"
[P.S. Be on the look-out for helpful bundt baking tips from Nordic Ware ,,, sprinkled throughout this page.]
Above image used under Creative Commons from: lynn.gardner, on Flickr
Chocolate Bundt Cakes | Overview
Simple ... But WOW!
Bittersweet Chocolate Walnut Bundt Cake
With A (Secret) Ingredient
The above photo used under Creative Commons from: 3liz4, on Flickr
Chocolate walnut cake recipes abound, but this particular recipe has a secret ingredient . . . that enriches the flavor even more.
This moist chocolate cake, full of walnuts can be baked in the "Classic Bundt Pan" below:
Nordic Ware Original Platinum Collection Bundt Pan
This beloved, classic bundt cake pan is all too familiar . . . with vertical alternating narrow/pinched and wide/rounded fluting. Its heavy, cast-aluminum sturdiness promotes even baking and holds 12 cups of batter (enough to make a cake for 10 to 12 people).
Use the proper cooking spray.
Vegan Chocolate Orange Bundt Cake
And, Low Fat, Too!
Photo used under Creative Commons from: lynn.gardner, on Flickr
Vegan and low fat, too . . . what could be healthier and still taste as delicious as this citrus-flecked gem? Head over to the Fat-Free Vegan to get the recipe for this "petite" Chocolate Orange Bundt Cake.
The photographer (and baker) of the above bundt cake created a simple but stunning presentation using the "Kaiser Domus Bundform" cake pan.
Kaiser Bakeware KaiserCast 6" Domus Bundform Pan
Create a European style Domus bundt cake with this Kaiser Bakeware KaiserCast Domus small Bundform Pan. This unique pan is made of cast aluminum for quick and even browning, and features a two-layer non-stick coating for easy release and quick cleanup. Diameter is 6-1/2-inches has a 3 cup capacity, perfect for those occasions when a smaller portion is desired. Rich in tradition and strong details this line is sure to be a classic in many families for years to come.
Whiskey-Soaked Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake
Photo used under Creative Commons from: kimberlykv, on Flickr
Whiskey . . .chocolate . . . espresso . . .This recipe by Melissa Clark (and published in the NY Times), is a strong contender among great dark chocolate bundt cakes. Here's the link to her recipe for Whiskey-Soaked Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake.
Using the beautifully fluted Fancy Ring Mold from Wilton, creates an attractive multi-panelled design that (ahem) "makes the cake."
Wilton Fancy Ring Mold Pan, 10 Inch
A lightweight, non-stick anodized aluminum construction; measures 10 by 3 inches; hand washing recommended. Get helpful tips from other users . . .
Deepest, Darkest Most Delicious Chocolate Cake
Photo used under Creative Commons from: lynn.gardner, on Flickr
Be a show-off and present this "swirl" of deep, dark chocolate goodness at your next tea, luncheon or dinner party. In the photo above, don't you just love the piped chocolate icing within each swirly crevice? A simple but distinctive finishing touch!
Deepest, Darkest Most Delicious Chocolate Cake
Recipe by Maui Bonnie who claims that this has been her "go-to" chocolate cake recipe for potlucks and parties for over 20 yearsIngredients
- best quality unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting pan
1 1/4 cup strong, brewed black coffee
1/4 cup bourbon (or whiskey)
6 ounces best quality unsweetened chocolate, broken into pieces
1 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 3/4 cup sugar
scant 2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, at room temperature, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
confectioners' sugar for dusting cake
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
Butter a 9" tbundt pan and then dust bottom and sides liberally with cocoa powder. Knock out excess and set aside.
In a medium, heavy-bottom saucepan over low heat, heat the coffee and the bourbon. When it's warm, add the chocolate and the butter. Stir constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool down slightly.
By hand, stir in the sugar until well combined. Let stand for five minutes. Transfer to the bowl of an electric mixer.
Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. With the mixer on slow speed, add the flour mixture to the chocolate mixture IN FOUR ADDITIONS. Mix only until each addition is incorporated. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat on low/medium speed until batter is smooth.
Pour into the prepared bundt pan. Bake until cake tester in the center comes out barely clean, about 1 1/2 hours.
Cool completely in the pan.
After removing from pan to a cake plate, garnish* as you'd like
Serving suggestion: pipe chocolate icing in crevices (see photo above) and serve with a flavored whipped cream or homemade vanilla bean ice cream.
Find out more about the Heritage Bundt Pan below:
Nordicware Commercial Heritage Bundt Pan Heavy Duty Cast Aluminum. Teflon Non-stick Coating. 10 cup capacity
Constructed of durable cast aluminum that ensures sharp detail and uniform baking. Commercial quality, heavy cast aluminum provides superior baking performance Baked goods rise evenly, cook more uniformly, & have delicious, golden crusts due to excellent conduction of these heavy walled pans .
Avoid bubbles in the batter.
Fancier ... Schmancier!
Mini Chocolate Bundt Cakes With Peanut Butter Filling
Photo used under Creative Commons from: randomcuriosity, on Flickr
Individual mini chocolate bundt cakes are perfect for just about any occasion . . . a special luncheon, an anniversary dinner or even a wedding.
Emeril's Chocolate Bundt Cake (with peanut butter filling) can be baked in this Mini Bundt Pan
Wilton Excelle Elite 6-Cup Mini Bundt Pan
These mini-molds hold one cup, as needed for my recipe. The cakes baked evenly and came out easily - and the scallop detail was evident.
Other Mini Bundt Pan Designs
Double-Chocolate Bundt Cake with Ganache Glaze
Photo used under Creative Commons from: distopiandreamgirl, on Flickr
Have a really special occasion where chocolate reigns? The above image features a ganache-glazed chocolate "groom's cake" which is garnished with belgian bittersweet and milk chocolate fleur de lis.
A "royal" delight like this one, can be accomplished by using the recipe for Double-Chocolate Bundt Cake with Ganache Glaze and baked in the ornately fluted Fleur De Lis bundt pan.
Nordic Ware Platinum Non-stick Cast Aluminum Fleur De Lis Pan
This heavy-weight bundt pan turns out such an elegant cake . . . many folks will not believe it's homemade. Non-stick coating provides ease of release and super easy clean-up by hand. 10-cup capacity; just over 9 inches in diameter.
Showcase the details using a spatula.
Sour Cream Chocolate Bundt Cake
Photo used under Creative Commons from: distopiandreamgirl, on Flickr
What is there to say? This turreted-spiraled design is just WOW-tastic!
A rich-tasting Sour Cream Chocolate Cake recipe lovingly baked in a Festival Bundt Pan, then garnished with belgian chocolate leaves and chocolate-drizzled fresh strawberries . . . is perfect for _________ (well, you can fill in the blank).
Nordic Ware Cast Aluminum Festival Party Bundt Pan
With vertical graduated flutings, this high-quality non-stick bundt pan is a welcomed change to the classic tube cake pan; holds 9 cups of batter; 9-3/4 inches in diameter by 4 inches high.
Other Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipes of Note
Photo used under Creative Commons from: isthisREALLYmylife?, on Flickr
- Chocolate Root Beer Bundt Cake :: Serious Eats
- Recipe from Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito, co-owners of Brooklyn cakeshop Baked.
- Chocolate Whiskey Bundt Cake
- Find the recipe for Chocolate Whiskey Bundt Cake and other recipes at Epicurious.com
- Glazed Chocolate Pumpkin Bundt Cake (Gluten-Free)
- A guten-free chocolate pumpkin bundt cake
- Black Forest Bundt Cake
- Delicious, chocolaty Black Forest Bundt Cake
- Chocolate Espresso Bundt Cake with Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Glaze
- Talk about d-e-e-p dark chocolate richness . . .
- Milk Chocolate Bundt Cake
- From "One Perfect Bite," this recipe calls for milk chocolate bars . . .:
- Whiskey-Soaked Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake
- A recipe for Whiskey-Soaked Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake.
- Chocolate-Ginger Bundt Cake with Bourbon Sauce
- Get Martha Stewar's recipe for Chocolate-Ginger Cake with Bourbon Sauce
- Chocolate Kahlua Cake
- Another great chocolate bundt cake recipe from BakedBree.com
You Can Make Bundt Cakes Like the Pros . . .
With This Favored Bundt Cake Cookbook
Kiss My Bundt: Recipes from the Award-Winning Bakery
Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 05/30/2012)
Tap into more than 60 made-from-scratch recipes in this guide which features instruction to re-create the award-winning cakes from the Kiss My Bundt bakery in Los Angeles, California.
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mariajomith
May 24, 2012 @ 4:46 pm | delete
- i am really sad i don't have any chocolate cake right now.
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rick_martin
May 22, 2012 @ 1:34 am | delete
- Yummy.............. now going to make it :)
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rick_martin
May 22, 2012 @ 1:34 am | delete
- Yummy.............. now going to make it :)
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KateHon
May 16, 2012 @ 10:45 pm | delete
- So many great bundt cake options! Kudos on being featured on the chocolate monsterboard!
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Jimi
May 1, 2012 @ 4:35 pm | delete
- Yay bundt cake! Thanks for putting together a great lens.
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