Ginger Bundt coffee cake—because sometimes, you want your cake to kick back at you, not just sit there. This cake blends bold ginger with a soft, buttery texture that practically melts in your mouth. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you feel fancy, even if you just rolled out of bed in your pajamas. Spice lovers will rejoice at the warmth it brings to every bite. Perfect for when you need something more interesting than your average vanilla cake but aren’t ready for the full spice overload. Ginger makes everything better, right?
Ginger Bundt Coffee Cake
A spiced, moist Bundt cake filled with the zesty kick of ginger, this coffee cake is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease Bundt pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time.
- Stir in fresh ginger and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and buttermilk, alternating in batches.
- Pour batter into the Bundt pan.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Potassium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add a glaze made with powdered sugar and ginger syrup for extra sweetness and spice.
- Try pairing with a cup of hot tea for a cozy, flavorful combo.
- For an even stronger ginger kick, add candied ginger bits to the batter.
