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Perfect Mini Bundt Cake Gift Boxes with Lemon Glaze

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These mini bundt cakes with a bright lemon glaze are quick, easy, and perfect for gifting. They offer a moist, buttery crumb with a tangy glaze that adds a fresh, comforting flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
  • Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your mini bundt pans thoroughly with butter or baking spray, then lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in lemon zest and vanilla extract. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk in three parts, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently after each addition.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini bundt pans, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake on the middle rack for 20-25 minutes, starting to check at 18 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and glossy to make the glaze. Adjust consistency as needed.
  10. Once cakes are completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the tops and let set for about 15 minutes.
  11. Place each mini bundt cake in a gift box and attach a thank you tag with ribbon or twine.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and butter for best results. Properly grease and flour pans to prevent sticking. Mix batter gently to avoid tough cakes. Glaze cakes only when completely cool to prevent melting. Muffin tins can be used as a substitute but adjust baking time accordingly. For extra lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the glaze.

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