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The Only Lemon Bundt Cake Recipe You’ll Ever Need!

It all started on a rainy afternoon when I needed a pick-me-up. Not just any dessert, but something bright, something that felt like sunshine. Enter: this lemon bundt cake
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Author: Chloe
Servings: 12
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients

  • 1 ½ tablespoons grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3.4 ounces package instant lemon pudding mix (instant is key!)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup full-fat sour cream

Lemon Glaze Ingredients

  • 3 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan to ensure your cake slides right out. 
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant lemon pudding mix, baking powder, and baking soda, this combo will give your cake a soft, fluffy texture. 
  • In another bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and sour cream for moisture and that perfect citrus zing.
  • Next, cream the butter and sugar together in your stand mixer (or with a hand mixer) on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. 
  • Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything blends smoothly. 
  • Beat in the lemon zest and vanilla extract for a burst of freshness and fragrance. 
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, scraping the bowl after each one to keep things even.
  • Now, alternate adding the dry ingredients and the lemon-sour cream mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. 
  • Mix gently on low until just combined, don’t overmix! 
  • Gently transfer the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, then evenly smooth the surface with a spatula. 
  • Bake for 60 to 70 minutes at 325°F, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then gently release it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. If needed, add a little more lemon juice until the glaze is pourable. 
  • Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake and let it set for about 10 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy your beautifully glazed lemon bundt cake!

Notes

  • Forgetting to grease and flour the bundt pan properly might leave you struggling to get the cake out in one piece, so don’t skip this step.
  • Rushing the cooling process can cause cracks or sticking, give it time to set before flipping it out of the pan.
Category: Cakes
Lemon Bundt Cake Recipe