Classic fluffy and easy bundt cake, mom’s recipe that always works for breakfast and snack.
The classic fluffy mom’s bundt cake is the dessert that smells like home, the one I’ve always made for simple yet special breakfasts and snacks. It’s a recipe that’s easy and always works, perfect even for beginners in the kitchen and for those wanting a homemade cake that stays soft for days.
The preparation of this classic bundt cake is truly within everyone’s reach: all you need is a large bowl and an electric whisk, without complicated tools. For baking, you can use a springform pan or your favorite bundt cake mold.
It’s a simple dessert that fits any time of the day, from breakfast to snack, and you can customize it as you want: with cocoa, walnut kernels, sugar on top, or whatever your imagination suggests.
If you love sweets with natural leavening, you can also find the version of my sourdough bundt cake, perfect for those looking for an even more authentic taste.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 26 slices
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 162.53 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 20.80 (g) of which sugars 10.69 (g)
- Proteins 2.85 (g)
- Fat 8.23 (g) of which saturated 1.52 (g)of which unsaturated 6.46 (g)
- Fibers 1.92 (g)
- Sodium 12.38 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 46 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs (whole)
- 1.25 cups Sugar
- 0.5 cup Seed oil
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 3 cups Flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- to taste anise liqueur (or preferred flavoring)
Mixing Tools
For convenience, I mix with the stand mixer using the whisk attachment, but a large bowl and hand mixer will suffice.
- 1 Electric whisk Moulinex
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Cake pan Ballarini
👩🍳 How to Prepare Classic Fluffy Bundt Cake
This is a very simple preparation, perfect to make even with children, with always guaranteed results.
1️⃣ Beat eggs and sugar
In a large bowl (or in the stand mixer), beat whole eggs with sugar until you obtain a light and frothy mixture.
2️⃣ Add the liquid ingredients
Lower the speed and slowly add the oil and milk, continuing to mix.
3️⃣ Incorporate the flour
Add the flour gradually, mixing well to avoid lumps.
4️⃣ Complete the batter
Add the anise liqueur and, lastly, the baking powder. Mix until you get a smooth and homogenous batter.
5️⃣ Pour into the mold
Transfer the batter into a 10-inch bundt cake mold, greased and floured.
6️⃣ Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 35 minutes.
Always do the toothpick test: if it comes out dry, the bundt cake is ready.
7️⃣ Cool and serve
Allow to cool completely, unmold, and bring your classic fluffy bundt cake to the table, perfect for any time of the day.
Tips and Storage of Classic Fluffy Bundt Cake
My mom, when she didn’t have a bundt cake mold, made this cake in a simple round cake pan, placing an unbreakable glass in the center to create the classic hole. A little home trick that still works today and makes this easy recipe truly accessible to everyone.
To keep the classic fluffy bundt cake soft for longer, store it in a cake container with a lid or under a cake dome: it will remain fragrant and soft for 2–3 days, perfect for breakfast and snack.
If you want to make it even more delicious, you can dust it with powdered sugar or serve it with cream, jam, or a simple cup of hot milk.
💬 If you try this recipe, let me know in the comments how you personalize your classic fluffy bundt cake!
Can I replace the anise liqueur in the recipe?
Sure! If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, you can replace the anise liqueur with grated lemon or orange zest, or with a packet of vanilla sugar or a few drops of vanilla extract. The result will still be a classic fluffy and fragrant bundt cake.
Can I freeze the classic fluffy bundt cake?
Yes, you can freeze it without any problems. Cut it into slices, wrap them individually in plastic wrap, and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Let them thaw at room temperature to regain a soft cake, perfect to enjoy at any moment.
