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Ring Cake (Microwave

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 1151.9
Dietary: Vegetarian
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
  • 2 cup Flour
  • 1 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Milk
  • 3 ea Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Shortening
  • 1/4 cup Butter or margarine
  • 3 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
Directions
  1. 1
    Lightly grease a 12-cup microwave-safe Bundt dish.
  2. 2
    Combine flour, sugar, milk, eggs, shortening, butter, baking powder, salt, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl.
  3. 3
    Beat the mixture on low speed until the ingredients are just blended.
  4. 4
    Increase speed to high and beat for 3 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl frequently.
  5. 5
    Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt dish.
  6. 6
    Cut through the batter with a knife to eliminate air bubbles.
  7. 7
    Microwave at 50% power (Medium) for 6 minutes, then rotate the dish 180 degrees.
  8. 8
    Microwave for an additional 6 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
  9. 9
    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.

Keywords: cake, dessert, microwave, ring cake, vanilla, quick, easy, sweet, bundt, gluten-free, no-bake, treat
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