ORANGE-CARDAMOM BUNDT CAKE

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This cardamom-scented sunburst of a Bundt cake gets a double dose of orange-liqueur-spiked syrup: It's soaked into the bottom via skewer-poked holes, and brushed on top to harden into a fine, crackly glaze that sets off the rays so well. Serve it for brunch or afternoon tea, it pairs especially well with a spiced cup of milky chai.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Bundt Cake Recipes

Time 4h40m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon grated orange zest, plus 1/2 cup fresh juice (from 2 oranges)
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla paste or extract
1 stick unsalted butter
1/2 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau or triple sec
2/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • For the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush a 10-to-15-cup Bundt pan with butter; dust with flour, tapping out excess. In a small bowl, stir together milk and orange juice. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cardamom to thoroughly combine.
  • Beat butter with sugar and orange zest on medium‐high speed until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then vanilla. Reduce speed to medium‐low and beat in flour mixture, alternating with milk mixture, each in two additions. Transfer batter to prepared pan; smooth top with a spatula.
  • Bake until cake is puffed slightly and a wooden skewer inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool in pan on a wire rack 15 minutes (do not turn off oven).
  • For the Glaze: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook butter over medium‐high heat until boiling. Remove from heat; carefully add liqueur (mixture will bubble). When bubbles subside, stir in sugar. Return to medium‐low heat and cook, stirring, until sugar has dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Pierce holes in cake with skewer at 1‐inch intervals to bottom of pan. Brush half of glaze evenly over cake; let stand until fully absorbed, about 10 minutes. Invert cake onto a baking sheet. Brush remaining glaze evenly over top and sides.
  • Return to oven and bake just until glaze is set and dry, about 5 minutes. Transfer to rack and let cool completely before slicing and serving. Glazed cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.

Bugosi Sarah
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This cake is the worst thing I've ever tasted. It was dry, flavorless, and had a weird aftertaste. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Rp eyasin
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This cake was a complete waste of time and ingredients. It was the worst bundt cake I've ever had. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Jibran Abbasi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out terrible. It was dry, dense, and flavorless. I would not recommend this recipe.


Megan Pavlisich
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This cake was a huge disappointment. The orange and cardamom flavors were barely noticeable, and the cake was very dry. I would not recommend this recipe.


Yusf Kurdkurd
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I tried this recipe and it was a disaster. The cake was dry and dense, and the orange and cardamom flavors were overpowering. I would not recommend this recipe.


Wakeel Shahzad
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This cake is amazing! I made it for my family and they loved it. The orange and cardamom flavors are so unique and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Juliana English
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so moist and flavorful, and the orange and cardamom flavors are perfectly balanced. I love that it's a unique flavor combination that everyone always loves.


Lisa Haynes
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This is my new favorite bundt cake recipe! The orange and cardamom flavors are so unique and delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Namubiru Drucillar
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Faizan Baloch
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of orange and cardamom. I will definitely be making this again.


Balkis Jan
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of cardamom, but I'm so glad I did! The orange and cardamom flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


RjRasel Youtube
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This was the best bundt cake I've ever had! The orange and cardamom flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Arina Tokamarewe
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so light and fluffy, and the orange and cardamom flavors were subtle and delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Kabanda Makuubi
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This cake was amazing! I loved the combination of orange and cardamom. It was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rakib Khan sagor
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the orange and cardamom flavors were perfectly balanced. I would definitely make this again.


Miss Nadia
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This Orange Cardamom Bundt Cake was an absolute delight! The flavors of orange and cardamom are perfectly balanced, and the cake is incredibly moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and unique