Polish Bundt Cake Delight
This Polish Bundt Cake Delight is a cherished family recipe, perfect for holiday gatherings and special occasions. Dense and rich, this delectable cake is infused with a delightful vanilla-butternut flavor and studded with juicy maraschino cherries and crunchy pecans, providing a wonderful texture and taste in every bite. For an added festive touch, consider using green-dyed maraschino cherries alongside the classic red ones, bringing a pop of color to your dessert table. The use of a silicone bundt pan ensures a clean and effortless removal, allowing you to present your cake beautifully. Carefully placed in the oven on a cookie sheet, this cake bakes to golden perfection, creating a warm and inviting centerpiece for your celebrations.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
granulated sugar
3 cups (none)
shortening
1/2 cup (none)
butter
1 cup (softened)
large eggs
5 (room temperature)
flour
2 2/3 cups (none)
evaporated milk
14 ounces (none)
pecans
2 cups (chopped)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
vanilla-butternut flavoring
3 tablespoons (none)
maraschino cherries
10 ounces (drained)
powdered sugar
to taste (for dusting)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and place a cookie sheet on the middle rack.
2
Grease and flour a silicone bundt pan generously.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
5
Gradually mix in the evaporated milk, followed by the flour, until well combined.
6
Gently fold in the vanilla-butternut flavoring, then carefully add the drained maraschino cherries and chopped pecans to the batter, ensuring an even distribution.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, starting in the center to help it layer evenly.
8
Bake the cake in the cold oven for 2 to 2.5 hours. Avoid opening the oven door for the first 1.5 hours to maintain temperature.
9
The cake is done when its exterior is a dark golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Carefully remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack or platter.
11
Once completely cooled, dust the cake with powdered sugar for a beautiful presentation before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polish Bundt Cake Delight?
Polish Bundt Cake Delight is a rich and dense family recipe infused with vanilla-butternut flavor, featuring maraschino cherries and chopped pecans.
What are the primary ingredients in this cake?
The cake is made with granulated sugar, shortening, softened butter, large eggs, flour, evaporated milk, pecans, salt, vanilla-butternut flavoring, and maraschino cherries.
What is the recommended baking temperature?
The recipe recommends baking the cake at 300°F (150°C).
How long does this cake take to bake?
The baking time is between 2 to 2.5 hours.
Why is a silicone bundt pan recommended?
A silicone bundt pan is recommended because it ensures a clean and effortless removal of the cake once baked.
Should the oven be preheated?
The instructions suggest preheating the oven to 300°F, though one step mentions a 'cold oven,' the primary instruction is to maintain a consistent temperature.
Can I open the oven door while the cake is baking?
It is advised to avoid opening the oven door for at least the first 1.5 hours to maintain the necessary baking temperature.
How do I know when the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when its exterior is dark golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What type of flavoring gives the cake its unique taste?
The cake uses 3 tablespoons of vanilla-butternut flavoring.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 large eggs, preferably at room temperature.
How should the cherries be prepared before adding them to the batter?
The maraschino cherries should be thoroughly drained before being folded into the batter.
Can I use different colors of cherries?
Yes, using green-dyed maraschino cherries alongside red ones can add a festive pop of color to the cake.
What is the purpose of the cookie sheet in this recipe?
The cookie sheet should be placed on the middle rack to support the silicone bundt pan and catch any potential drips.
How much evaporated milk is used?
The recipe requires 14 ounces of evaporated milk.
What is the best way to prepare the pan?
You should grease and flour the silicone bundt pan generously to prevent sticking.
When should I add the pecans and cherries?
Gently fold the drained cherries and chopped pecans into the batter after mixing in the flavoring.
How do I serve the Polish Bundt Cake?
Once the cake is completely cooled, it is traditionally dusted with powdered sugar before serving.
What should the consistency of the butter be?
The butter should be softened so it can be creamed effectively with the shortening and sugar.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 3 cups of granulated sugar.
How many pecans are needed?
You will need 2 cups of chopped pecans.
What is the final texture of the cake?
The cake has a dense and rich texture with crunchy pecans and juicy cherries in every bite.
How should I pour the batter into the pan?
Pour the batter starting in the center of the bundt pan to help it layer evenly.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much flour is required?
The recipe calls for 2 2/3 cups of flour.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
The first mixing step is to cream together the butter, shortening, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
How do I incorporate the eggs?
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
How do I cool the cake?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack or platter.
What makes this cake festive?
The combination of red and green cherries, rich flavor, and bundt shape makes it an ideal centerpiece for holiday celebrations.
Can I use a metal pan instead?
While silicone is recommended for easy removal, a metal bundt pan can be used if it is well-greased and floured.
How much shortening is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of shortening.