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Sourdough Chocolate Bundt Cake

A moist and decadent chocolate cake with a delightful tang from sourdough, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup sourdough starter fed or unfed
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed for smoother taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda fresh for optimal results
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust based on dietary needs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 3 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract homemade adds a lovely touch
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar or stevia-based powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk or non-dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and grease your bundt pan.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  3. Cream together butter and sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Blend in your sourdough starter until completely combined.
  6. Combine the wet and dry mixtures gently using a spatula until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  3. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and cocoa powder until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bundt cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, and is sure to become a family favorite.

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