Nordic Ware's Bundt® Baking Guide Learn how to prep, bake and serve this classic cake. Find recipe inspiration and more!
A Short History of the Bundt® Pan
Nordic Ware, a family-owned company based in Minnesota, has been creating these dazzling pans since the mid-1950s. Few realize the name “Bundt” was coined and trademarked by our co-founder, Dave Dalquist, to describe the fluted design of the company’s unique ring cake pan. This original Bundt® Pan featured a distinctive hole in the center that allowed cakes to bake evenly, and an elegant symmetry that made cutting and serving easy Since its rise to fame in 1966, thanks to a Pillsbury Bake-Off, there have been millions of Bundt® pans sold across North America. What’s more, Bundt® Pans are even preserved in the Smithsonian Institution, cementing the cake’s place as an iconic American dessert.
Get an inside look on how a Bundt® Pan is made at our Minneapolis Factory.
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Choose a Design + Size
We make a large variety of Bundt® designs and sizes to choose from. A classic Bundt® is typically 10 cups in volume, but we offer a wide range of sizes including small bundt pans (5-6 Cup) and mini bundt cake cans (Bundlettes)
Material Matters! -Aluminum bakes best-
When it comes to making a Bundt® cake, aluminum bakes best for superior even heating and helps you achieve picture-perfect, memorably tasty results every time you bake. See the results below!
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Bundtspiration & More
Bundt-iful Recipes
Explore our delicious collection of Bundt® recipes for any size cake, including seasonal favorites and every day recipes for any occasion.
Serve It Up
Bundt® cakes are beautiful on their own, but can be served in a number of ways. This can include a light dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa powder, a simple glaze or ganache poured over the top, a soaking syrup poured into holes in the cake, a cinnamon sugar coating, homemade whipped cream or a topping like nuts and fruit. Looking for a glaze recipe? Take a look at our list.
Bundt® Cleaning Tips
It is important to wash your pans after every use to avoid residue build-up. Hand washing is recomended for all Nordic Ware pans. Learn how to properly clean and maintain Bundt® and cake pans in our video so your pans are sparkling and ready to bake in every time!
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FAQs
What is a Bundt® Pan?
What are Bundt® Pans made out of?
What is the nonstick material on Bundt® Pans?
What utensils can I use on these pans?
Do I need to prep Bundt® pans before baking?
For another prepping technique, apply a thin coating of solid vegetable shortening (such as “Crisco”) or softened butter, then dust the surface lightly with flour. For cakes with a darker exterior like chocolate, dust with cocoa powder.
Can I prep Bundt® Pans with cooking spray?
What are the best recipes to make in a Bundt®?
Bundt® pans are not just for cake! Make savory recipes such as bread, pasta bakes, breakfast egg bakes and much more. You can even roast a chicken in a Bundt Pan! Get more recipe inspiration here.