Description
A delightful Cardamom Bundt Cake that captures the sweet and aromatic essence of cardamom, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Powdered sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and generously grease and flour a bundt pan.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cardamom, and salt in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a larger bowl until light and fluffyโthis should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed in before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour, mixing just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top for even baking.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when done.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving to add a finishing touch.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Consider using coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg