Description
Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant and festive Patriotic Bundt Cake, perfect for your 4th of July celebrations! This easy-to-make dessert features striking layers of red, white, and blue, making it not only a delicious treat but also a stunning centerpiece for any gathering. With its moist texture and sweet flavor, this cake is sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Top it with colorful icing and sprinkles for an added festive flair. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or attending a picnic, this delightful cake is an ideal addition to your summer holiday menu.
Ingredients
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Gel food coloring (red and blue)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream sugar and butter until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in milk and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients; mix until smooth.
- Divide batter into three bowls; color one red, one blue, leave one plain.
- Layer the batter in the prepared pan: blue on bottom, white in middle, red on top.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 87g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest or almond extract to the batter. Use fresh berries as toppings for added color and freshness.