Zesty Grapefruit Extract Bundt Cake with Tangy Citrus Glaze

Zesty Grapefruit Extract Bundt Cake with Tangy Citrus Glaze

Dolce Flav

Servings

12

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

60 minutes

Category

Grapefruit

This Zesty Grapefruit Extract Bundt Cake pairs the bright, tangy flavors of grapefruit juice and zest with a fragrant grapefruit extract, producing a moist, aromatic cake with citrus-forward appeal. The batter blends juice, zest, oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla before being gently combined with dry ingredients to preserve its light crumb. Baked until lightly golden, this cake is finished with a simple grapefruit glaze that enhances its refreshing zing—perfect for brunches, dessert tables, or elegant gatherings.

Ingredients

    Wet Ingredients:

    • 1 cup (240 ml) grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed)
    • Zest of 1 grapefruit (about 2 Tbsp)
    • ¾ cup light olive oil (or neutral oil)
    • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice)
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1–2 tsp grapefruit flavor extract (use high-quality, natural or organic)

    Dry Ingredients:

    • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or white whole wheat)
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp salt

    Glaze (optional):

    • ½ cup powdered sugar
    • 1–2 Tbsp grapefruit juice (fresh)

    Directions

    1. Prepare & Preheat: Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Grease and optionally line a 9‑ or 10‑inch Bundt pan with parchment.

    2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together grapefruit juice, zest, sugar, olive oil, eggs, vanilla, and grapefruit extract until smooth and fragrant.

    3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

    4. Form Batter: Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.

    5. Bake to Golden: Pour batter into the filled pan. Bake for about 1 hour, or until a skewer comes out clean and the cake’s surface is golden.

    6. Cool & Glaze: Let the cake rest in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting to a cooling rack. While still slightly warm, drizzle the grapefruit juice–powered glaze over the top, allowing it to seep into the crumb for extra citrus flair.

    7. Serve & Enjoy: Slice and serve slices with a cup of tea—or to elevate brunch spreads or dessert tables with a zesty citrus note.