MOIST HONEY BUN BUNDT CAKE RECIPE WITH PUMPKIN SPICE TWIST

Things to Note

Banana Extract for Enhanced Flavor: The addition of banana extract takes this cake to a whole new level. It intensifies the banana notes, making the cake not only flavorful but also fragrant. The banana flavor pairs beautifully with coffee's natural earthy tones.

Swirled Pumpkin Pie Spice and Brown Sugar: As you slice through the cake, you'll encounter a delightful swirl of pumpkin pie spice (you can use Cinnamon as well) and brown sugar, providing a sweet contrast to the banana. It's like a cinnamon roll meets a banana bread, all in one delectable package.

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Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 box yellow Duncan Hines cake mix
• 4 large eggs
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 teaspoon banana extract
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1 cup light brown sugar

For the Vanilla Bean Glaze:

• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste

Instructions

1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and butter or spray a bundt cake pan.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil,  sour cream, and banana extract until you get a smooth batter.

3. Prepare the Pumpkin Pie Spice Sugar Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin pie spice (you can use cinnamon as well) and light brown sugar. Set this mixture aside.

4. Layer the Cake Batter: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan.

5. Add Pumpkin Pie Spice Swirl:  Sprinkle half of the pumpkin pie spice sugar mixture evenly over the layer of cake batter. Use a knife or toothpick to create a swirling pattern by gently dragging it through the batter and sugar mixture.

6. Add the Remaining Batter: Pour the remaining cake batter over the pumpkin pie spice sugar swirl layer.

7. Repeat the Swirl: Sprinkle the rest of the pumpkin pie spice sugar mixture on top of the second cake batter layer. Again, use a knife or toothpick to create a beautiful swirl.

8. Bake: Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. The top of the cake should be golden brown.

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9. Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Prepare the Vanilla Bean Glaze: In a bowl, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla bean paste until you have a smooth, pourable glaze. Add more milk or powdered sugar to achieve your desired consistency.

11. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake has completely cooled, drizzle the vanilla glaze evenly over the top of the bundt cake.

12. Slice and Enjoy: Cut the cake into slices and savor the sweet, pumpkin pie spice-infused cake.

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