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Baklava Bundt Cake

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Baklava Bundt Cake: A Decadent Twist on a Classic

Baklava Bundt Cake

Imagine the rich, nutty flavors of baklava transformed into a stunning bundt cake. This recipe combines the best of both worlds, creating a dessert that is both impressive and effortlessly delicious. With its crispy nut topping, moist cake, and luscious honey sauce, this Baklava Bundt Cake is sure to be a showstopper.

Course: Dessert Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 60 minutes Servings: 8-10

Ingredients

For the Nut Topping:

  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ cup pistachios, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • Pinch of cinnamon

For the Cake:

  • 1 (14.25 oz) white cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup buttermilk

For the Honey Sauce:

  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/3 cup honey

Instructions

Preparing the Nut Topping:

  1. Set your oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).
  2. Generously grease a standard bundt pan to prevent sticking.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, pistachios, walnuts, brown sugar, corn syrup, and cinnamon.
  4. Continuously stir the butter and sugar mixture over medium heat until both have dissolved.
  5. Pour the nut mixture into the prepared bundt pan and spread evenly across the bottom.

Creating the Cake Batter:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and buttermilk until smooth and combined.
  2. Carefully pour the cake batter over the nut mixture in the prepared bundt pan.

Baking the Cake:

  1. Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 38-42 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Making the Honey Sauce:

  1. As the cake bakes, make the honey sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, lemon juice, and water.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, or until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes slightly syrupy.
  3. Stir in the honey and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Take the saucepan off the stove and allow the sauce to cool down a bit before using it.

Assembling the Cake:

  1. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 12 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
  2. Drizzle the cooled honey sauce generously over the top of the warm cake.

Tips for Success

  • For a richer flavor, use unsalted butter for both the topping and the cake batter.
  • If you prefer a sweeter cake, increase the amount of brown sugar in the nut topping.
  • To add a touch of citrusy brightness, consider adding a squeeze of orange zest to the honey sauce.
  • For a more dramatic presentation, garnish the cake with additional chopped pistachios or walnuts.
  • This cake is best served fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.

Enhancing the Baklava Experience

To elevate this dessert even further, consider serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. The contrast of cold and creamy against the warm, rich cake is simply irresistible.

This recipe transforms the beloved flavors of baklava into a stunning and easy-to-make bundt cake. A crispy layer of nuts, a moist cake base, and a drizzle of honey sauce create a dessert that is both impressive and delicious. This recipe is easy to follow and uses basic ingredients, making it ideal for bakers of any skill level.

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