Celebrate the Fourth of July with a vibrant and delicious dessert: a red, white, and blue Bundt cake! This eye-catching treat, popularized by lifestyle blogger Katherine Salom of The Katherine Chronicles, is surprisingly simple to make and guarantees a delightful surprise when sliced.

The recipe calls for readily available ingredients: an instant white cake mix, vanilla frosting, red and blue food coloring, and of course, a Bundt pan. Sprinkles are an optional but festive addition.

Begin by preparing the cake batter according to the instructions on your chosen cake mix box. Typically, this involves combining the mix with eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Divide the batter into three portions. Leave one portion white, tint the second with red food coloring, and the third with blue food coloring.

Grease your Bundt pan and layer the colored batters, starting with red, followed by white, and finally blue. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. Divide the vanilla frosting into three portions, tinting one red and another blue, leaving the third white. For easier drizzling, microwave each frosting portion briefly (10-20 seconds) to thin the consistency. Drizzle the colored frostings over the cooled cake in an alternating pattern. Add sprinkles, if desired. Allow the frosting to set for about 30 minutes before serving.

When you cut into this festive Bundt cake, the interior reveals a beautiful red, white, and blue swirl, mirroring the colorful frosting drizzle. It’s a delightful surprise that’s sure to impress your guests. This simple yet visually stunning dessert is the perfect centerpiece for your Independence Day celebrations.