Pistachio Pudding Bundt Cake Recipe
This Pistachio Pudding Bundt Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert combining the nutty taste of pistachio pudding with a classic yellow cake mix. Enhanced with sour cream and almond extract, it bakes to a tender crumb and is finished with a sweet powdered sugar glaze infused with maraschino cherry juice for a delicate fruity touch.
- Author: Amy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Cake Ingredients
- 1 pkg. yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 1 3.4 oz. box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp. water
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp. almond extract
Icing Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp. butter, melted
- 2–3 tbsp. milk
- 3 tbsp. maraschino cherry juice
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Thoroughly grease the bottom and sides of a Bundt pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy release of the cake after baking.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and instant pistachio pudding mix. Add the eggs, vegetable oil, water, sour cream, and almond extract. Using a hand mixer, beat the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the greased Bundt pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes.
- Cool and Remove Cake: Carefully invert the Bundt pan onto a wire rack to remove the cake. Allow the cake to cool completely on the rack to ensure the glaze will set properly.
- Prepare Icing and Glaze Cake: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and maraschino cherry juice until smooth and pourable. Drizzle the icing over the top of the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the icing dry before covering or serving.
Notes
- Ensure the Bundt pan is well-greased to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Use room temperature eggs and sour cream for better mixing and a tender crumb.
- The maraschino cherry juice adds a lovely color and subtle flavor to the glaze; you can adjust its quantity to your taste.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing to avoid melting the icing.
- This cake can be stored covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.
Keywords: Pistachio cake, Bundt cake, Pistachio pudding cake, Dessert, Glazed cake