The Baking Podcast Ep11: The Lovely Bundt Cake

In this week's episode we gush over our love for the lovely bundt cake; the cake that will quickly and easily dress up any occasion! Taunya also introduces a citrus compliment to the bundt cake with a delicious caramel blood orange compote. On the café side, Melody works on a perfectly emulsified balsamic vinaigrette. The sisters also give an update on the business. You can email the sisters at [email protected] would LOVE to hear from you! Be sure to join the facebook group, it's happening! Just search for "the baking podcast group". You can also check us out on Instagram "the baking podcast". Now on to the recipes!   Orange, Cinnamon & Hazelnut Bundt Cake (Slightly modified from Chetna Makan's recipe)   220 grams softened unsalted butter 220 grams sugar 4 eggs 1 tbsp baking powder 220 grams flour Zest of 2 large Oranges mixed with 2 tbsp of orange juice ½ tsp salt   Filling 60 grams brown sugar 2 tbsp cinnamon 60 grams toasted and chopped hazelnuts   Instructions Lightly spray your bundt with non-stick cooking spray (or grease in your favorite way) and set aside Pre-heat oven to 350F degrees In a bowl mix the flour, salt and baking powder and set aside In your stand mixer with paddle attachment, combine butter and sugar, mix until light Add the eggs and orange zest, mix until distributed Add the flour mixture to the bowl, mix until distributed Using a rubber spatula (or your favorite tool), transfer ½ of the batter to the bundt smooth the surface Add the filling (it's a lot of filling, don't worry), and spread an even layer Add the remaining batter to the bundt, covering the filling completely and smooth the top Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until skewer (or favorite testing instrument) comes out clean Let cool in pan for at least 15 minutes before removing   Blood Orange Compote: Via New York Times https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014535-blood-orange-compote