Let me share these adorable Vanilla Bean Mini-Bundt Cakes that always steal the show! I love how each one is perfectly sized with layers of fluffy vanilla cake hiding a chocolate-toffee surprise inside. Finished with swirls of chocolate and vanilla icing they look as special as they taste.
Perfect Little Treats
What makes these cakes so wonderful is how they're sized just right for sharing. The vanilla bean flavor shines through while those crunchy toffee bits add such nice texture. Best of all you can make them nut-free so everyone can enjoy them.
What You'll Need
- For the Cake:
- All-purpose flour for structure
- Baking powder and soda for lift
- Soft butter for richness
- Sugar for sweetness
- One fresh egg
- Tangy sour cream
- Real vanilla bean paste or extract
- For the Magic:
- Chocolate-toffee bits for crunch
- Melted chocolate for drizzling
- Sweet vanilla icing
Let's Start Baking
- Get Your Filling Ready:
- Mix those chocolate-toffee bits set them aside for later.
- Mix Your Dry Team:
- Whisk flour baking powder and soda together.
- Make it Fluffy:
- Cream butter and sugar until light beat in egg then sour cream and vanilla.
- Bring it Together:
- Gently mix in dry ingredients just until combined.
- Layer with Love:
- Spoon some batter add filling cover with more batter smooth the tops.
- Time to Bake:
- Let them get golden about 20-25 minutes.
- Make them Pretty:
- Once cool drizzle with chocolate and vanilla icing add a sprinkle of toffee bits.
My Best Tips
Really grease and flour those pans well nothing's sadder than a stuck bundt. Have fun with decorations you can match them to any holiday or occasion. Try different toppings to make them your own.
Keep Them Fresh
These little cakes stay perfect at room temperature for 5 days in an airtight container. They freeze beautifully too up to a month just thaw before serving. I like to add fresh drizzles when serving frozen ones.
Make Them Your Own
Switch up the filling with your favorite mix-ins or try different drizzle colors for holidays. These little cakes are so versatile they work for any celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why did my cakes stick?
Butter and flour pans thoroughly, especially all grooves. Let cool exactly 10 minutes before unmolding.
- → Can I skip the filling?
Yes, but it adds moisture and flavor. Make sure filling is centered in batter.
- → Why are my icings different consistencies?
Add water gradually until both reach drizzling consistency. Test on edge of bowl first.
- → How far ahead can I make these?
Flavor improves on days 2-3. Let icing set completely before storing up to 5 days.
- → Can I freeze them?
Yes, wrap individually in wax paper then plastic wrap once icing is set.