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Cherry Blossom Bundt Cake

Cherry Blossom Bundt Cake: A Floral Delight for Spring Days

This Cherry Blossom Bundt Cake captures the essence of spring, infused with sakura extract and adorned with homemade pink sprinkles.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Drying Time 12 hours
Total Time 13 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sprinkles
  • 1 large egg white Ensure it’s at room temperature for better volume
  • 2.25 cups organic powdered sugar Sift for best results
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 teaspoon sakura extract Iconic cherry blossom flavor
  • 1-2 teaspoons water Adjusts icing consistency for piping
  • gel food coloring Creates vibrant hues for sprinkles
For the Bundt Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter The primary fat for moistness
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Provides structure and sweetness
  • 0.33 cup refined coconut oil Adds moisture and flavor
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Flavor enhancer
  • 2 teaspoons sakura extract Creates floral taste
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the cake rise
  • 4 large egg whites Adds volume and stability
  • 1 cup kefir Contributes to moisture and texture
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the glaze
  • 1-2 tablespoons blood orange juice or frozen raspberry puree Adds zesty contrast
  • 1 teaspoon sakura extract Enhances glaze flavor

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Piping bags
  • 10-cup bundt pan
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Sprinkle Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 large egg white, 2.25 cups of organic powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of sakura extract until thick and glossy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Divide the mixture into small bowls and use gel food coloring to create vibrant pink hues. Set aside to dry later.
Sprinkle Shaping
  1. Transfer the colored egg white mixtures into piping bags and pipe small shapes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Allow the shapes to dry at room temperature overnight, ensuring they harden completely.
Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-cup bundt pan.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream 1 cup of unsalted butter with 2 cups of granulated sugar and 0.33 cup of refined coconut oil until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, 2 teaspoons of sakura extract, and 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt, blending well.
Incorporate Egg Whites
  1. Add 4 large egg whites one at a time into the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. Gently sift 2 teaspoons of baking powder and any preferred flour into the mixture, then fold in 1 cup of kefir until just combined.
  2. Finally, stir in your colorful homemade sprinkles, ensuring even distribution.
Baking
  1. Pour the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Once baked, remove the bundt pan from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. Mix together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1-2 tablespoons of blood orange juice or frozen raspberry puree, and 1 teaspoon of sakura extract to create the glaze.
  2. Pour the glaze generously over the cooled cake and sprinkle the remaining pink sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximized volume; avoid overmixing the batter.

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