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Chocolate Bundt Cake

Last updated on August 20, 2022Originally published June 5, 20197 CommentsSabine

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This chocolate bundt cake is so moist, delicious, and rich! Not only does it taste phenomenal, but it's also really easy to make and looks stunning! It will quickly become one of your go-to recipes. It's the perfect cake for any occasion like potlucks, celebrations, or barbecues. By the way, have you tried my banana bundt cake?

sliced chocolate bundt cake on a black serving plate with a few pieces of cake missing
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Photo tutorial

Combine the flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.

combining dry baking ingredients in a bowl with a spoon

In a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment, beat the oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla just until combined.

mixing wet cake ingredients with a mixer in a bowl

Stir in dry ingredients to combine. The batter will be very thick.

mixing thick chocolate cake batter with mixer

Then slowly mix in hot water until combined. The batter will be very thin.

mixing water into chocolate cake batter with mixer

Pour the cake batter into a greased and floured bundt pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Then let cool.

bundt pan half-filled with chocolate batter

Expert tips for success

  • Don't overmix the cake batter otherwise the texture will be dense and chewy instead of light and fluffy. Overmixing incorporates too much air which causes the cake rise too much and then collapse. For best results only mix the batter until it's just combined.
  • It's best to use a nonstick bundt pan. Additionally, you can grease and flour the bundt pan so that the cake comes out easily.
  • Remove the cake from the oven as soon as a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached. Depending on the shape of your bundt pan, the baking time may vary.
  • Let it cool for 1 hour before removing it from the pan. If you remove it too early, the cake could break apart.
chocolate bundt cake on a plate

Storing

It will last an average of 3 days. You can refrigerate it or leave it on the counter depending on your preference. Always store it in an airtight container.

Freezing

Tightly wrap it in plastic wrap to keep it protected then place it in freezer-safe bags or containers. It will last for 3 months in the freezer. To thaw, place it on the counter for 1-2 hours.

half eaten slices of bundt cake on a dark table

More chocolate recipes to try

  • Fudge Brownies
  • Edible Brownie Batter
  • Triple Chocolate Cake
  • Air Fryer Chocolate Cake
  • Double Chocolate Muffins
  • Chocolate Mousse

Recipe

sliced chocolate bundt cake on a black serving plate with a few pieces of cake missing

Chocolate Bundt Cake

4.93 from 14 votes
Author Sabine Venier
Calories: 232kcal
Servings: 16 servings
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 1 hour
Cool 1 hour
Total 2 hours 15 minutes
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This chocolate bundt cake is so moist, delicious, and rich! Not only does it taste phenomenal, but it also's really easy to make and looks stunning! It will quickly become one of your go-to recipes. 

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • ¾ cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder, spooned and leveled
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder, OPTIONAL
  • ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F / 175°C. Grease and flour a 10 inches (25cm) bundt pan. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl combine flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl with a stand or handheld mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment, beat oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla just until combined. 
  • Stir in dry ingredients to combine. The batter will be very thick. Slowly mix in hot water until combined. The batter will be very thin.  
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Depending on the shape of your bundt pan, the baking time may vary. Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 hour. After cooling, invert onto a wire rack to cool completely. 
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

After cooling, top with chocolate ganache if you like.

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Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 251mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 65IUCalcium: 42mgIron: 1.4mg
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate bundt cake recipe, how to make chocolate bundt cake
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Sabine is a professional baker, cookbook author, and award-winning food photographer.

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Comments

  1. David

    September 09, 2021 at 9:55 pm

    5 stars
    Lovely recipe!
    Very moist, delicate, rich, great chocolate flavor.
    I added a cup of chips but the batter is so thin, they just sank to the bottom and created a bit of a sticking problem when I flipped it. Nothing the ganache couldn't cover!

    Reply
  2. Ashley

    July 04, 2021 at 11:06 am

    Want to make,
    Does butter amd eggs need to be room temperature?

    Reply
    • Sabine

      July 08, 2021 at 4:26 am

      It's good when you think about taking the buttermilk and eggs out of the fridge and let them come to room temperature but you can use it straight out of the fridge as well.

      Reply
  3. Alexander

    January 31, 2021 at 8:21 am

    4 stars
    Delicious,

    Reply
  4. Susan T-O

    January 13, 2021 at 6:19 pm

    5 stars
    Super easy to make, amazingly moist, and with the ganache on top? chef's kiss! Will definitely be making this again.

    Reply
  5. Maria

    December 09, 2020 at 9:48 pm

    5 stars
    This is the second recipe from this site that I try.
    The cake came out rich, light texture and moist, I added 100 g coconut flakes which brings a bit of freshness and lessens the sweetness without being overpowering.
    Adding ganache takes it to a completely different level: very sophisticated taste!
    Easy to bake, would recommend for anyone who loves chocolate.
    Thank you Sabine, on to the next recipe!

    Reply
    • Katie

      May 10, 2022 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      I've made this dairy free by using almond milk mixed with lemon and let sit for a few minutes.
      It has turned into a family favorite and a go to recipe. Thank you!

      Reply

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