This microwave ring cake offers a convenient and delicious alternative to traditional oven-baked cakes. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, eggs, and shortening, it delivers a tender crumb and rich sweetness in a fraction of the time. The batter is mixed quickly and cooked in a microwave-safe Bundt dish, resulting in a warm, comforting dessert perfect for spontaneous cravings or quick gatherings. It pairs beautifully with a simple glaze or fresh fruit, making it an ideal treat for afternoon tea or a light dinner ending. Easy to prepare and satisfyingly indulgent, this recipe proves that great desserts don’t always require an oven.
Ring Cake (Microwave
Description
This microwave ring cake offers a convenient and delicious alternative to traditional oven-baked cakes. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, eggs, and shortening, it delivers a tender crumb and rich sweetness in a fraction of the time. The batter is mixed quickly and cooked in a microwave-safe Bundt dish, resulting in a warm, comforting dessert perfect for spontaneous cravings or quick gatherings. It pairs beautifully with a simple glaze or fresh fruit, making it an ideal treat for afternoon tea or a light dinner ending. Easy to prepare and satisfyingly indulgent, this recipe proves that great desserts don't always require an oven.Ingredients
Directions
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Lightly grease a 12-cup microwave-safe Bundt dish.
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Combine flour, sugar, milk, eggs, shortening, butter, baking powder, salt, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl.
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Beat the mixture on low speed until the ingredients are just blended.
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Increase speed to high and beat for 3 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl frequently.
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Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt dish.
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Cut through the batter with a knife to eliminate air bubbles.
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Microwave at 50% power (Medium) for 6 minutes, then rotate the dish 180 degrees.
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Microwave for an additional 6 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
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Let the cake stand upright in the dish on the counter for a few minutes before removing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1151.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 35.3g55%
- Saturated Fat 11.4g58%
- Cholesterol 280.6mg94%
- Sodium 5755.7mg240%
- Total Carbohydrate 186.4g63%
- Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%
- Sugars 93.6g
- Protein 23.5g47%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a crunchy topping, sprinkle chopped nuts in the bottom of the dish before adding the batter.
To make a glaze, microwave 1/2 cup of orange marmalade on High for 20-24 seconds until melted, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
Ensure your microwave-safe dish is large enough to hold the batter without overflowing.