2 recipes to make in bundt pans: Grapefruit Bundt cake and Cider Bundt!

Today we bring you a double serving of bundts: to celebrate the arrival of the new Crystel and Magnolia molds from Nordic Ware, we bring you two recipes that you will surely get a lot out of:

• The recipe for a grapefruit bundt cake , which if you prefer you can substitute with orange (or even lemon!), and get a delicious citrus cake.
• The recipe for an apple cider and bourbon bundt that will delight everyone at home.

1. Grapefruit Bundt Cake Recipe (or Orange Bundt!)

To debut the new Magnolia Bundt pan, we suggest a recipe for a delicious grapefruit cake . Plus, if you finish it off with the syrup and glaze, it adds a touch of citrus flavor that is just perfect. A very pretty and tasty cake!

Of course, since there are still a few weeks left until the season for fresh grapefruit, if you prefer you can make this same recipe by changing the amount of grapefruit juice for orange juice (and orange zest when appropriate). The result will be a delicious orange bundt cake!

Nordic Ware Magnolia Bundt Mold

INGREDIENTS (for 10 servings)

For the cake:

• 3 cups* of flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup oil
• 2 cups of sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
• the zest of a grapefruit peel

• 1/2 cup grapefruit juice
• 1/3 cup sugar

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons grapefruit juice

*A cup refers to a cup of coffee with milk, equivalent to 250 ml. You can also use measuring cups.

PREPARATION

For the cake

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Prepare the Magnolia Bundt pan with a thin layer of flour or shortening and flour (line it), or use release spray .
3. In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt.
4. Add the oil and sugar, adding the eggs one by one until well mixed.
5. Add half of the flour mixture and half of the milk. Mix and repeat with the second half of the flour and milk.
6. Add the vanilla and the grapefruit zest.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, no more than 3/4 full.
8. Gently tap the top of the pan to remove any air bubbles, then bake for 50-60 minutes.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a cooling rack.

For the syrup

1. Bring the juice and sugar to a simmer in a small saucepan , stirring constantly.
2. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
3. Once the cake is out of the pan, slowly pour or brush the syrup over the surface of the cake and allow to cool completely.

For the icing

1. Whisk together the powdered sugar and grapefruit juice, starting with 1 tablespoon and adding more as needed to reach desired consistency.
2. Pour over the cake when it is cold and serve.

2. Bourbon Apple Cider Bundt Recipe

With a wonderful texture, this is simply a delicious recipe, where Bourbon is mixed with the pleasant taste of apple cider. With the Nordic Ware Crystel Bundt Pan you can make cakes as elegant as this one!

Nordic Ware Crystel Bundt Pan Mold

INGREDIENTS (For 10 servings)

For the cake:

• 3/4 cup butter at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoon yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 3 cups of flour
• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 1/2 cup Bourbon

• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 1/2 cup Bourbon

• 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

PREPARATION

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Prepare the Nordic Ware Crystel Bundt Pan for baking and use a brush to evenly coat the indentations of the pan with butter.
3. Using an electric mixer , beat the butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one by one.
5. In a bowl, whisk together the spices, salt, baking powder, baking soda and flour. Slowly add the flour mixture with the cider and bourbon to the butter mixture, and continue mixing until the two mixtures are well combined.
6. Once the batter is prepared, pour it into the mould. Tap the mould gently to remove any air bubbles contained in the batter.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, placing the pan in the middle of the oven.
8. While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup. In a small saucepan , heat the apple cider and bourbon over medium heat on low for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. When the bundt is ready, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack .
10. Poke holes in the top with a toothpick while the cake is still warm and gently brush the syrup over the cake. Reserve about 3 tablespoons of syrup for later.
11. Cover the cooled cake with plastic wrap and let it rest overnight.
12. For the spiced topping, whisk together the sugar and spices in a small saucepan. Before serving, spread the reserved syrup over the cake and sprinkle with a little sugar and spices.