Description
This Lemon Bundt Cake is a light, moist, and zesty dessert made with lemon cake mix, instant lemon pudding, and fresh lemon juice and zest. A simple lemon glaze drizzled over the cooled cake adds a perfect touch of sweetness and tang. Ideal for gatherings or a refreshing treat paired with fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 package lemon cake mix (about 15.25 ounces)
- 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix
- 2/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 4 large eggs
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Serving
- Fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously coat a large Bundt pan with shortening or nonstick spray to ensure the cake does not stick and tears when removed.
- Mix Cake Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon cake mix and instant lemon pudding mix. Add the water, vegetable oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs, then whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then carefully invert the pan onto a cooling rack set over a baking sheet and let the cake cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cake cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze the Cake: Drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the cooled cake. Allow the glaze to harden for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Transfer the glazed cake to a serving platter and serve with fresh strawberries, if desired, for an extra touch of freshness.
Notes
- Ensure you generously grease the Bundt pan to prevent sticking and tearing of the cake.
- Using instant pudding mix adds moisture and dense texture to the cake.
- Lemon zest and fresh lemon juice enhance the flavor for a bright, authentic lemon taste.
- The glaze must be allowed to harden to create a lovely sweet-tart finish.
- Fresh strawberries are optional but highly recommended for an appealing garnish and complementary flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
