Easy Two Tier Nothing Bundt Cake Recipe

Two-Tier Chocolate Bundt Cake with Raspberry Cream Cheese Filling

Ingredients:

• For the chocolate cake:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 cups strong coffee
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 teaspoons vanilla extract

• For the raspberry cream cheese filling:

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup raspberry preserves

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 10-inch bundt pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, coffee, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Stir in the raspberry preserves.
6. Pour half of the chocolate cake batter into each prepared bundt pan. Spoon half of the raspberry cream cheese filling over the batter in each pan, being careful not to let it touch the sides of the pan. Pour the remaining chocolate cake batter on top of each.
7. Bake the cakes for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once the cakes are completely cooled, carefully transfer one of the cakes to a serving plate. Spoon the remaining raspberry cream cheese filling over the cake. Place the second cake on top of the filling.
9. Serve the two-tier chocolate bundt cake with raspberry cream cheese filling dusted with powdered sugar, if desired. Enjoy!

This recipe makes a large, impressive two-tier bundt cake that is perfect for special occasions or simply as a sweet treat. The combination of chocolate cake and raspberry cream cheese filling is sure to please any dessert lover.

Two-Tier Lemon-Blueberry Bundt Cake with a Lemon Glaze:

Ingredients:

• For the lemon-blueberry cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

• For the lemon glaze:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 10-inch bundt pans.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared bundt pans. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. To make the lemon glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, and lemon juice in a medium bowl until smooth.
8. Once the cakes are completely cooled, carefully transfer one of the cakes to a serving plate. Spoon half of the lemon glaze over the cake. Place the second cake on top of the glaze. Spoon the remaining glaze over the top of the second cake.
9. Serve the two-tier lemon-blueberry bundt cake with a cup of tea or a glass of lemonade for a delightful summer treat. Enjoy!

This recipe is a fresh and flavorful twist on the classic bundt cake. The tangy lemon-blueberry flavor is perfectly balanced by the sweet lemon glaze, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. With its delicate crumb and bright, citrusy flavor, this two-tier bundt cake is sure to impress.