Easy Boston Cream Bundt Cake – A Decadent Dessert for Any Occasion

From busy weeknights to special occasions, I’m always looking for ways to bring a little magic to the table without spending hours in the kitchen. That’s why I adore this Boston Cream Bundt Cake. It’s the perfect balance of rich chocolate, creamy custard, and a soft, moist cake that’s incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re making it for a family dessert or a special event, you’ll love how quick and customizable it is.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you’re searching for the ultimate Boston Cream Bundt Cake, this recipe is a must-try. It combines the tender crumb of a classic Boston Cream Pound Cake with the creamy custard and rich chocolate glaze that make Boston Cream Cake so irresistible. Whether you want a simple Boston Cream Cake Recipe Easy or an old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake for a special occasion, this recipe delivers. You can even adapt it into a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe for individual servings. Fans of old fashioned Boston Cream Poke Cake and traditional Boston Cream Pie will love how this Bundt version simplifies preparation while keeping all the iconic flavors intact. Perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or a cozy dessert night, this Boston Cream Bundt Cake Recipe balances ease and elegance. From the best Boston Cream Cake Recipe enthusiasts to beginners looking for a foolproof dessert, it’s sure to become a favorite, capturing the essence of every old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake you’ve ever loved.

Ingredients for This Recipe

This Boston Cream Bundt Cake is built on simple, classic ingredients that combine to create a dessert that’s rich, moist, and indulgent. The cake itself uses all-purpose flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and a touch of sour cream to give it a tender crumb reminiscent of a Boston Cream Pound Cake. Vanilla and milk add depth and moisture, making it perfect for any occasion. The creamy custard filling is made with milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and butter, giving it the luscious texture that defines Boston Cream Cake. Topped with a smooth chocolate glaze made from cream and semi-sweet chocolate, this old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake balances sweetness and decadence. Whether you’re making a traditional Boston Cream Cake Recipe Easy, an old fashioned Boston Cream Poke Cake, or even adapting it into a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe, these ingredients come together effortlessly to create the best Boston Cream Cake Recipe experience.

🛒 Ingredients (for one 10–12 cup Bundt pan):

For the Cake:
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
½ cup sour cream

For the Custard Filling:
2 cups whole milk
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
4 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Chocolate Glaze:
½ cup heavy cream
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make This Recipe

Creating the perfect Boston Cream Bundt Cake is easier than you might think, whether you’re aiming for a classic old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake or a quick Boston Cream Cake Recipe Easy. This step-by-step guide walks you through baking a moist Boston Cream Pound Cake base, preparing a rich custard filling, and finishing with a silky chocolate glaze. You can even adapt this into a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe for individual servings. Fans of old fashioned Boston Cream Poke Cake and traditional Boston Cream Pie will love how this Boston Cream Bundt Cake Recipe captures all the iconic flavors in one elegant, crowd-pleasing dessert. By following these steps, you’ll have the best Boston Cream Cake Recipe on your table, perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or any special occasion.

🛒 Steps:

Step 1: Bake the Cake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10–12 cup Bundt pan. In a medium bowl, whisk 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. In a large bowl, cream 1 cup butter and 1 ¾ cups sugar until fluffy. Beat in 4 eggs, one at a time, then add 2 teaspoons vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients with 1 cup milk and ½ cup sour cream until smooth. Pour into the pan and bake 50–60 minutes. Cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare Custard Filling
Heat 2 cups milk in a saucepan until simmering. Whisk ½ cup sugar, ¼ cup cornstarch, and 4 egg yolks. Gradually add hot milk, then return to saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in 2 tablespoons butter and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Cool slightly.

Step 3: Fill the Cake
Slice the cooled cake horizontally or use a piping bag to fill the center with custard.

Step 4: Make Chocolate Glaze
Heat ½ cup heavy cream until simmering, pour over 4 oz chopped semi-sweet chocolate, wait 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla. Drizzle over cake.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Slice and serve this decadent Boston Cream Bundt Cake. Try mini versions with a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe for individual desserts or parties.

Expert Cooking Tips

Mastering the ultimate Boston Cream Bundt Cake is all about understanding the ingredients and their roles. The buttery, tender base is what makes a Boston Cream Pound Cake so moist, while the rich custard filling defines the classic Boston Cream Cake flavor. The chocolate glaze ties everything together, giving it the iconic Boston Cream Pie finish. Whether you’re making an old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake, trying a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe, or following a Boston Cream Cake Recipe Easy, these expert tips ensure the best Boston Cream Cake Recipe results every time. Even fans of old fashioned Boston Cream Poke Cake will appreciate how these tips elevate texture, flavor, and presentation.

💡 Expert Tips:

• Use room temperature butter and eggs to make the Boston Cream Pound Cake batter smooth and airy.
• Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda to avoid lumps in your old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake.
• Chill custard slightly before filling to prevent it from melting the Boston Cream Cake layers.
• For a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe, reduce baking time by 10–15 minutes and monitor closely.
• Pour chocolate glaze over a cooled Boston Cream Cake or old fashioned Boston Cream Poke Cake for a glossy finish.
• Use a piping bag to fill the cake center neatly with custard for the best presentation.
• Store leftover Boston Cream Bundt Cake covered in the fridge to maintain freshness and flavor.

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This Boston Cream Bundt Cake is a decadent dessert that combines the moist, buttery texture of a Boston Cream Pound Cake with a rich, creamy custard and smooth chocolate glaze. Whether you’re making an old fashioned Boston Cream Bundt Cake, a Boston Cream Mini Bundt Cake Recipe, or following a Boston Cream Cake Recipe Easy, this recipe delivers the best Boston Cream Cake experience every time. Perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or a cozy dessert night, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings the flavors of Boston Cream Pie to your table with ease and elegance.

Boston Cream Bundt Cake

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: 40–45 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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A moist, tender Bundt cake filled with creamy custard and topped with a glossy chocolate glaze. This cake brings all the flavors of classic Boston Cream Pie into an easy-to-serve Bundt shape, perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any dessert table.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (for one 10–12 cup Bundt pan):

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 1 cup whole milk

• ½ cup sour cream

For the Custard Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup cornstarch

• 4 large egg yolks

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Bake Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.

4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk with sour cream, mixing until smooth.

5. Pour batter into prepared Bundt pan and bake 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare Custard Filling

1. In a medium saucepan, heat milk until just simmering.

2. In a bowl, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth.

3. Gradually pour hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, then return to the saucepan.

4. Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Cool slightly.

Step 3: Fill Cake

1. Once cake is cooled, carefully slice horizontally or use a piping bag to fill the center with custard.

Step 4: Make Chocolate Glaze

1. Heat cream until simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla.

2. Drizzle glaze over the top of the cake, letting some drip down the sides.

Notes

• Mini Bundts: Divide batter into mini Bundt pans for individual servings.
• Make Ahead: Cake can be baked a day ahead; fill with custard and glaze the day of serving.
• Custard Tips: Chill custard slightly before filling to prevent it from melting the cake.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Bundt Cake
• Method: Baked / Filled / Glazed
• Cuisine: American