Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this vibrant Patriotic Bundt Cake, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for your summer celebrations like the 4th of July and Memorial Day. This cake features beautiful layers of red, white, and blue that symbolize the American flag, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for any gathering. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also incredibly moist and flavorful thanks to its rich vanilla and buttery essence. Simple to prepare using everyday ingredients, this cake invites family and friends into the kitchen for a fun baking experience. Top it off with colorful sprinkles or fresh berries for an extra festive touch!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 5–8 drops red gel food color
- 5–8 drops blue gel food color
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream sugar and butter until smooth; add eggs one at a time.
- Incorporate milk and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls; color one red, one blue, leave one white.
- Layer batter in pan: blue first, then white, finishing with red.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg