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Chocolate Bundt Cake is a rich, moist dessert infused with deep chocolate flavor, enhanced by espresso and topped with a silky chocolate glaze for the ultimate indulgence!

Chocolate Bundt Cake

Chocolate Bundt Cake is a rich, moist dessert infused with deep chocolate flavor, enhanced by espresso and topped with a silky chocolate glaze for the ultimate indulgence!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 14

Ingredients
  

Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • ½ cup salted butter melted
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 2 tsps pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp espresso powder
  • 3 eggs

Chocolate Glaze

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chopped (or chocolate chips)
  • 1 tbsp light corn syrup
  • pinch sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare a 10- to 12-cup Bundt pan by rubbing softened butter into every groove of the pan, ensuring complete coverage. Lightly dust the buttered pan with flour using a small sifter, then rotate the pan to evenly distribute it. Set aside.

Make the Chocolate Bundt Cake

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, sea salt, and espresso powder. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, canola oil, eggs, sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully incorporated. Fold in the mini chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Use a spatula to smooth the top, then gently tap the pan on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles.
  • Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Larger Bundt pans may require a slightly shorter baking time.
  • Place the Bundt pan on a wire cooling rack and allow the cake to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, carefully run a knife around the edges and center of the cake to loosen it from the pan. Place a wire rack on top of the Bundt pan, then carefully invert the pan, allowing the cake to release onto the rack. Let the cake cool completely.

Make the Chocolate Glaze

  • In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it is just about to boil. Remove from heat and add the corn syrup, sea salt, and chocolate. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Assemble & Serve

  • Pour the chocolate glaze evenly over the cooled Bundt cake, letting it cascade down the sides. Allow it to set at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator until the glaze firms up.
  • Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature for the best texture and flavor. Enjoy!
Keyword Chocolate Bundt Cake, Chocolate Cake