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A vanilla bundt cake with light brown frosting and sprinkled crumbs sits on a wooden board. Several slices are cut, revealing the cake’s soft interior. A white towel and knife are partially visible in the background.

The Best Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe

Learn how to make the best vanilla bundt cake with a soft crumb and golden crust. This easy recipe is ideal for beginners and always a crowd favorite.

Course Cake, desserts
Cuisine American
Keyword best vanilla bundt cake recipe, classic vanilla bundt cake
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 bundt cakes
Author momma lew

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups white granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups cake flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium pan or pot start melting the butter over medium heat
  2. Continuously stir, as the butter melts and starts to brown, which will take about 7 minutes
  3. Immediately remove from heat when browned and give off a nutty scent.
  4. Let the melted butter cool for about 10 minutes
  5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
  6. Once the butter has cooled, in a large mixing bowl, cream butter with salt and sugar.
  7. Add the 2 eggs into the bowl along with the vanilla and whisk together again.
  8. Lastly add in all the dry ingredients, consisting of the cake flour, baking soda, and baking powder, into the wet ingredients. Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl and the bottom of the bowl to incorporate any excess flour.
  9. To avoid dry cakes, do not overmix the batter. Mix until just combined.
  10. Grease the bundt cake pan with oil or a baking spray before pouring cake batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  11. Tap the pan lightly against the counter to remove any air bubbles.
  12. Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick stuck in it comes out clean and the cake is golden brown.
  13. Remove your homemade vanilla bundt cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before flipping over and removing from the pan.
  14. Cool on a cooling rack for a minimum of 10 minutes before inverting onto a cake plate for additional cooling before glazing or topping with powdered sugar. Serve as is with ice cream or fresh fruit if desired! 

Recipe Notes

How to Store Your Bundt Cake: 

At Room Temperature: Store your bundt cake in an airtight container or wrap it tightly with plastic wrap. Keep it at room temp for up to 3 days—just make sure it’s completely cooled before covering to avoid condensation.

In the Fridge: If your cake has a glaze, cream cheese frosting, or fresh fruit, store it in the refrigerator. Wrap it well or place it in a cake container to prevent it from drying out. It’ll stay fresh for about 5 to 6 days.

In the Freezer: Wrap the cake (or slices) tightly in plastic wrap, then foil, and place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or at room temperature before serving. Add glaze after thawing for best results.