Chocolate Cream Cheese Bundt Cake
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
113g
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
110g
- 1 ½ cup sugar
300g
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
5g
- 1 cup buttermilk
240g
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
280g
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
90g
- 3 tsp baking powder
12g
- 1 tsp salt
5g
- 12 oz cream cheese
350g
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
50g
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
5g
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate
120g
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
120g
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Butter and dust with flour a 9 or 10 inch (23-25cm) bundt pan.
- 2
In a large bowl whisk flour, cocoa powder, salt and baking powder. Set aside.
- 3
In a large bowl mix cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- 4
Place chocolate and cream in a heatproof bowl and place over a pan with simmering water. Melt over low heat.
Chocolate Cream Cheese Bundt Cake
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About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that delivers on both decadent chocolate and luscious cream cheese? This Chocolate Cream Cheese Bundt Cake is the answer, promising a true delight that’s perfect for any occasion.
Why This Cake Works
This isn't just another chocolate cake; it's a symphony of textures and flavors. The secret lies in the contrasting elements: a supremely moist chocolatey cake batter, made rich with both butter and vegetable oil, encasing a hidden core of tangy, creamy cream cheese filling. Each slice offers a perfect balance that keeps you coming back for more.
What truly elevates this Bundt cake is the chocolate ganache that crowns it all. It adds another layer of deep chocolate flavor and a beautiful sheen, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. The combination of classic chocolate cake with a bright, rich cream cheese center creates a harmonious experience that feels both comforting and elegant.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly indulgent experience. The cake itself boasts a tender, melt-in-your-mouth crumb with an intense chocolate flavor, complemented by the smooth, slightly sweet, and tangy cream cheese layer. The velvety ganache provides a final flourish, adding a rich, glossy finish that makes every bite feel special. This is a cake designed for sharing, yielding 14 generous servings, making it ideal for family gatherings or celebratory moments.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to personalize your Bundt cake. While semisweet chocolate is specified for the ganache, you could use dark chocolate for a more intense flavor or milk chocolate for a sweeter touch. For an added textural element, consider sprinkling toasted chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, over the warm ganache just after pouring. You could also swirl a little espresso powder into the chocolate cake batter to deepen its chocolate notes, or add a hint of orange zest to the cream cheese for a bright twist.
This magnificent cake is perfect as the showstopping centerpiece for dessert at any special meal, from holidays to birthdays. It pairs beautifully with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a glass of cold milk, providing a satisfying finish to any gathering.