Gluten-Free Instant Pot Mint Chip Bundt Cake
A moist and flavorful bundt cake that combines refreshing mint extract with chocolate chips, made effortlessly in the Instant Pot. The pressure cooking method creates an incredibly tender crumb while the chocolate ganache adds a rich, glossy finish. Perfect for special occasions or when you want an impressive dessert without turning on the oven. The mint flavor is bright but not overwhelming, making it appealing to both mint lovers and those who prefer subtle flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Mix together cake mix, eggs, water, oil, mint extract and food coloring until batter comes together
- 2
Fold chocolate chips into the mint cake batter
- 3
Grease and flour bundt pan
- 4
Pour batter into bundt pan
- 5
Add water to inner bowl of Instant Pot and place trivet inside
- 6
Cover cake tightly with aluminum foil
- 7
Make foil sling and carefully lower filled bundt pan onto trivet, loosely folding foil over top
- 8
Close lid and set to sealing
- 9
Cook on high pressure
- 10
Quick release pressure
- 11
Cool on cooling rack
- 12
Use knife to gently separate cake from sides and turn out onto plate
- 13
Heat heavy cream until slightly boiling
- 14
Pour chocolate chips into heat safe bowl
- 15
Pour hot cream over chocolate chips and whisk until smooth
- 16
Pour ganache over cake and let sit
- 17
Allow ganache to set before cutting
Tips
Make sure to cover the bundt pan tightly with foil to prevent water from getting into the cake during pressure cooking.
Let the ganache cool slightly before pouring to prevent it from running off the cake too quickly.
Use a foil sling to easily lower and lift the bundt pan in and out of the Instant Pot safely.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week
Cake can be made 1 day ahead; add ganache just before serving
Serve at room temperature, cut with sharp knife wiped clean between slices
Common Mistakes
Don't skip the foil covering or water may get into cake
Don't natural release pressure or cake may become dense
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I make this without an Instant Pot?
Yes, bake in a regular oven at 350°F for 45-55 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
What if I don't have a 7-inch bundt pan?
Use a 6-cup bundt pan or two smaller pans, adjusting cook time as needed for smaller pans.
How long will this cake keep?
Store covered at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate up to 1 week for best quality.