
Butterscotch Bundt Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This butterscotch bundt cake is one of my favorite weeknight desserts because it comes together in just 55 minutes total. The rich, caramel flavor comes from butterscotch syrup swirled through a tender crumb, and I always add walnuts for that satisfying crunch and a boost of heart healthy fats. What I love most is how simple it is to make with basic pantry ingredients, and the beautiful ring shape means minimal fussing with frosting. It's perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 300 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 3large eggs
- 100 mlbutterscotch syrup
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 12 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 50 gbrown sugar
- 100 gchopped walnuts
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23cm bundt pan and set it aside.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the flour to incorporate air and ensure even baking.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer to beat the butter until it becomes creamy and pale.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate before adding the next.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition to ensure even mixing.
- 5
Stir in the butterscotch syrup and vanilla extract.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- 6
Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the chopped walnuts.
Tip: Begin and end with the flour mixture to avoid overmixing the batter.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth surface and ensure even baking.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check the cake frequently during the last 10 minutes of baking to avoid overcooking.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.
- 10
Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar.
Tip: This will add a delicious, caramelized glaze to the cake.
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