Holiday Ring Cake
Add a touch of festive magic to your holiday table with this stunning Holiday Ring Cake! This moist and tender bundt cake is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, perfectly balanced by the richness of buttermilk. Topped with a luscious vanilla glaze that drizzles beautifully down its golden exterior, this cake becomes a true showstopper when adorned with colorful holiday-themed sprinkles. With minimal prep time and an easy-to-follow recipe, it's perfect for both seasoned bakers and beginners looking to wow their guests during the holiday season. Whether served as a centerpiece dessert or paired with a steaming cup of coffee, this delightful cake is guaranteed to spread joy and leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any festive gathering, this Holiday Ring Cake will become your go-to celebration dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Milk (optional for thinning glaze)
- 0.25 cup Holiday-themed sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a bundt pan with butter or non-stick spray, followed by a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a separate large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk (starting and ending with the dry ingredients). Mix only until combined—do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is cooled, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Add milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, letting it cascade down the sides. Immediately sprinkle with holiday-themed sprinkles if using, while the glaze is still wet.
Let the glaze set for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your festive Holiday Ring Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 269 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 75 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
