Eggnog Bundt Cake with Eggnog Frosting Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can you put frosting on a bundt cake? ›

They're usually cool enough in my pan after 10 to 15 minutes. But sometimes, I will give them another hour on the cooling rack to reach that ideal temperature for frosting and stacking.

A rich coating of chocolate or a drizzle of icing are great choices for Bundt cakes. Not only do they add flavor and sweetness, they're also thin enough to let the design of your cake show through.

When you remove your cake from the oven, don't flip it out of the pan right away! Instead, let the cake cool for ten minutes in the pan. Then, placing the wire rack over the base of the cake, invert the pan. Peek under the wire rack and see if the cake has dropped out.

Often times Bundt cakes bake up with a bit of a domed bottom. That's OK—most cakes do! Catherine says that one way to prevent that and to create a more level bottom for your cake is to use a spoon to create a bit of a trench in the center of the ring. You can also tip the pan so the batter goes up the sides a bit more.

And, well, I grease my Bundt pans with Pam Original. I find it fast and effective, and have never experienced any sort of residue or buildup over time,* but I'm also (like many pastry chefs) rather meticulous when it comes to cleaning my gear.

Drizzle with a Glaze or Sauce

Save the buttercream for another day because the very best, and easiest, way to decorate a Bundt cake (beyond powdered sugar, of course) is drizzling a glaze or simple sauce over the top. You see, Bundt cakes are simply stunning the way they are.

Make sure you are using a non stick bundt pan. Do not cool your cake overnight in the pan.

Turning canned frosting into a pourable glaze — one that can be drizzled over cakes, cookies, and pastries — is a clever technique that can save you a lot of time in the kitchen. And all it takes is a microwave, a few seconds of patience, and a bit of stirring.

Making your icing for bundt cakes is SO easy! All you need is a bowl and a whisk: Whisk together melted butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Adjust milk or sugar until it reaches a pourable consistency.

What is nothing Bundt cake secret? ›

The bakery is known for its unique take on bundt cakes. The Secret Recipe: The secret recipe of Nothing Bundt Cakes revolves around quality ingredients, including flour, sugar, eggs, and a unique addition — sour cream. Sour cream adds moisture and a subtle tanginess to the cake, making it stand out.

Drizzle with a Glaze or Sauce

Save the buttercream for another day because the very best, and easiest, way to decorate a Bundt cake (beyond powdered sugar, of course) is drizzling a glaze or simple sauce over the top. You see, Bundt cakes are simply stunning the way they are.

A Bundt cake is baked in a fluted tube pan that is circular with a hole in the middle. It resembles a doughnut. Bundt cakes are deeper than regular cakes. The Bundt cake needs to be more moist than a regular cake because the cake mold heats faster than a regular round or square cake pan.

Butter and Flour

Brush the tin with a thin layer of butter, making sure every nook and cranny is coated, especially the central core as this seems to be the most overlooked part of the pan. Once coated, dust the entire tin with a thin layer of flour (or cocoa powder for chocolate cakes).