Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Buttermilk Bundt Cake, a recipe that blends the rich flavors of cocoa with the subtle tang of buttermilk, creating a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any celebration. This cake offers a marvelous balance of sweetness and depth, enriched with vanilla and almond extracts, making it a standout choice for gatherings or a comforting treat to elevate your everyday coffee break.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp pure almond extract
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (177°C). This ensures the oven reaches the correct temperature for baking.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: Using a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate them fully into the batter.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix each addition until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Final Mixing: Once all ingredients are combined, scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl. Then, beat the batter on medium-high for 30 seconds until it is creamy and smooth.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pans for 30 minutes before releasing. Then, carefully remove the cakes and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes