Chocolate Bundt Cake

Introduction

Rich, moist, and deeply chocolatey, this Chocolate Bundt Cake is a true dessert classic. Made with real cocoa powder and a touch of instant coffee to enhance the chocolate flavor, this cake has a soft, tender crumb and a beautiful shape that makes it perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence. Finished with a silky homemade chocolate ganache, every slice is pure chocolate heaven.

Ingredients

Chocolate Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ⅔ cup unsweetened baking cocoa powder (do not use Dutch process)

• 1½ teaspoons baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 teaspoons instant coffee

• 1¾ cup granulated sugar

• 1 cup whole milk

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 2 large eggs

• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

Chocolate Ganache

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare Pan
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan thoroughly with butter, shortening, or baking spray. Lightly dust it with flour mixed with a small amount of cocoa powder.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and instant coffee.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients
   In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir well, then mix in the melted butter.

4. Combine Batter
   Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined and smooth.

5. Bake the Cake
   Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

6. Cool
   Let the cake cool in the pan for 15–20 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate and allow it to cool completely.

7. Prepare Ganache
   Heat the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl for about 2 minutes until hot. Add the chocolate chips and let them sit for a few minutes to melt. Whisk in one direction until smooth and creamy.

8. Finish the Cake
   Spoon and drizzle the ganache over the fully cooled cake. Serve with extra ganache if desired.

Conclusion

This Chocolate Bundt Cake is the perfect balance of rich flavor and elegant simplicity. The moist chocolate crumb paired with glossy ganache makes it ideal for celebrations, holidays, or anytime you crave a luxurious homemade dessert. One slice is never enough — it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser every time!