Decadent Chocolate Wafer Bundt Cake
This Decadent Chocolate Wafer Bundt Cake is a delightful combination of a classic pound cake texture with the rich, chocolatey crunch of coarsely crushed chocolate wafer cookies. Originating from a cherished family recipe shared by my sister in 1991, this cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or a simple family dessert after dinner. The addition of cinnamon enhances its warmth and flavor, making it an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers. Enjoy it plain, or dress it up with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate glaze for an extra special touch.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (room temperature)
large eggs
3
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
granulated sugar
1 cup
baking powder
1.5 teaspoons
baking soda
1.5 teaspoons
coarsely crushed chocolate wafer cookies
1 cup
cinnamon
1 tablespoon
all-purpose flour
3 cups
fresh sour cream
2 cups
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a tube pan thoroughly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the room temperature butter until creamy and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Mix in the vanilla extract and granulated sugar, continuing to beat well until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
5
Gradually fold in the sour cream until evenly combined, ensuring a rich and moist batter.
6
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon, then sprinkle them over the wet mixture. Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the batter until just combined; be cautious not to overmix.
7
Gently fold in the coarsely crushed chocolate wafer cookies until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8
Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan, smoothing the top as needed.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Chocolate Wafer Bundt Cake?
This cake is a delightful dessert that combines a classic pound cake texture with the rich crunch of coarsely crushed chocolate wafer cookies.
Who originally shared this recipe?
The recipe was shared by the author's sister.
When did this recipe originate?
The recipe was shared in 1991.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What type of baking pan is required?
You should use a thoroughly greased tube pan for this recipe.
How should the butter be prepared?
The butter should be at room temperature before you begin mixing.
How long should I beat the butter?
Beat the butter for about 2-3 minutes until it is creamy and fluffy.
How are eggs added to the batter?
Eggs should be added one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
When do I add the vanilla and sugar?
Mix in the vanilla extract and granulated sugar after the eggs have been incorporated.
What ingredient makes this cake moist and rich?
The addition of fresh sour cream provides the cake with its rich and moist batter.
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together?
Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
How should I combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture?
Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the batter until they are just combined.
Why is it important not to overmix the batter?
Overmixing can affect the texture of the cake, so you should fold the ingredients gently.
What kind of cookies are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses chocolate wafer cookies.
How should the chocolate wafer cookies be prepared?
The cookies should be coarsely crushed.
When are the crushed cookies added?
The crushed cookies are folded in after the dry ingredients are combined.
How long does the cake bake?
The cake should bake for approximately 50 minutes.
How do I know when the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.
Where should the cake finish cooling?
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely after the initial cooling period in the pan.
How can I dress up the finished cake?
You can add a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate glaze.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires 3 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much cinnamon is included?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of cinnamon.
How many eggs are needed for this cake?
This recipe calls for 3 large eggs.
How much butter is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of butter.
How much sour cream is used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of fresh sour cream.
What type of sugar is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How much vanilla extract is added?
You will need 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
What are the leavening agents in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder and 1.5 teaspoons of baking soda.
What is the total amount of crushed cookies needed?
You will need 1 cup of coarsely crushed chocolate wafer cookies.