The Best Bundt Cake Pans

Ever since I was a little girl, I've absolutely loved baking. Being in the kitchen, experimenting with flavors and ingredients ... there's just something that's special about exploring your culinary side. I don't remember the first time I baked a cake with a Bundt cake pan, but not long after I did, I began using it pretty regularly. Traditionally made with decorative sides and a top, the pan that shapes the cake is typically round. It is used most often for more dense, moist cakes such as pound or coffee cakes; however, with the influx of different styles and materials used for Bundt cake pans, lighter cakes have also started to sneak in the mix, too. Whether you're just starting to explore Bundt cakes or wanting to upgrade your current Bundt pan, the ones we've chosen below are all excellent options.

Wilton Perfect Results Premium Non-Stick Fluted Tube Pan

Two Are Better Than One

This beautiful set delivers premium results for a pair of Bundt cakes that'll wow.
Best Overall

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Looking for a basic, durable two-pan set for all of your Bundt cake baking needs? This one from Wilton has your name written all over it. Made with a premium non-stick surface, these Bundt cake pans are actually dishwasher safe (trust us, this isn’t typical and we’re totally here for it). If you’ve been exploring different types of recipes to use in your Bundt cake pan, than you likely already know about the wonder that is a breakfast Bundt cake. Made with veggies and eggs, among other ingredients, breakfast Bundt cakes can be a bit on the stickier side. Because this pan set resists sticking, it’s truly ideal. Want to make a more traditional Bundt cake? Well, this pan is ideal for that, too. Because of that versatility and the easy-baking nature of this pan, it’s at the top of the list.

Pros:

  • Budget-friendly price point for a two-pan set.
  • Oversized handles make retrieval from the hot oven a cinch.
  • Produce a golden, beautifully baked cake.

Cons:

  • The form of this pan delivers more muted lines, resulting in more of a fluted Bundt cake.

Nordic Ware Formed Bundt Pan

Not Such A Sticky Business

When it comes time to release your Bundt cake from the pan, it can be a real drag. Sides stick, top gets left behind, and before you know it, your Bundt cake is ruined. Solve the problem with this nonstick option.
Best Nonstick

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The first of three Nordic Ware Bundt cake pans on this list, this one is inspired by a traditional Bundt cake form. With a 6- or 12-cup capacity, a beautiful color, and a sleek finish, this budget-friendly Bundt cake pan is a fantastic option. Depending on the size you go for, this pan will even cook in an Instant cooker, as well. The design of both the pan and the materials used ensures that your cake will be evenly cooked with totally uniform results. If you properly grease and flour the pan, the nonstick surface also makes for easy clean-up, too.

Pros:

  • Beautiful navy color.
  • Simple, traditional Bundt cake pan design.
  • Despite the name, as with all Nordic Ware products, this pan is made entirely in the USA.

Cons:

  • While this pan is definitely very durable, it’s a bit on the heavier side because of that.

Nordic Ware Anniversary Bundtlette Pan

Ain't Got Muffin to Complain About

This mini muffin-tin Bundt cake pan creates six tiny little Bundt cakes.
Best Mini

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This is the second Nordic Ware Bundt cake pan on this list, and this one is a Bundtlette. Featuring six mini muffin-like cake pans, this pan can be used for individual breakfast Bundt cakes, mini cupcake Bundt cakes, or anything else your heart (and belly) desires. Oven-safe up to 400 degrees and made from the highest quality cast aluminum, this gorgeous cake pan is sure to arouse pride – and it comes with a lifetime warranty should anything go wrong, too.

Pros:

  • Available in two colors: silver and gold.
  • 4.5-cup capacity for truly pretty little Bundt cakes.
  • Heavy, durable, and high-quality materials used for a lifetime of reliability.

Cons:

  • You’ll have to make sure to only fill each of these cups 2/3 of the way full. Overfilling will cause a rounded bottom, ruining the display of your mini cakes.

Nordic Ware Platinum Collection Heritage Bundt Pan

Ooh-La-La

If you're really hoping to impress, go with this beautifully-designed Bundt cake pan.
Best in Design

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This is the last Nordic Ware Bundt cake pan on our list, and it’s perhaps the best of all (although really, there’s just no way to pick). This pan is on here not just for its durable, anti-warp construction, but also because of how insanely pretty the cake comes out when it’s done. Upping the Bundt cake pan design game, this swirled top pan delivers such a stunning cake, you won’t want to even decorate it. It looks positively divine with a simple glaze and some long-stemmed candles for decoration. Add in a few well-placed flowers and you’ll have the most gorgeous Bundt cake imaginable.

Pros:

  • Made of the highest quality cast aluminum for entirely even baking, despite the swirl design.
  • 10-cup capacity for a large, gorgeous cake.
  • Nonstick coating for super easy release and cleanup.

Cons:

  • You’ll need to hand wash this Bundt cake pan.

Chefmade Mini Bundt Pan Set

Perfectly Small, Perfectly Pretty

This 4-pack mini set is ideal for creating multiple small Bundt cakes.
Best Mini Set

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I once went to a kid’s party in which we were all served tiny, personal-sized Bundt cakes. Each one was decorated in its own unique way, and the result was an absolutely gorgeous mini cake display. Ever since, I’ve been eyeing over mini Bundt cake pans. This set from Chefmade hits the mark. This 4-inch, 4-piece set is non-stick to ensure the cooked cake releases easily. Made with 0.6mm carbon steel, these mini pans require less cooking time, which makes for lower energy consumption overall. And because of the high quality material, you’ll have an even cooking surface, too. The results? Gorgeous, perfectly baked mini Bundt cakes in less time.

Pros:

  • Superior nonstick surface thanks to a food-grade, high-quality silicone coating.
  • Warp-resistant pans that are durable enough to withstand the test of time.
  • Perfect size: mini, but not so small that it’s a pain to get the cakes out.

Cons:

  • It can be a bit tricky to clean these pans. As with all Bundt cake pans, you’ll want to thoroughly grease and flour your pans for the easiest release and cleaning possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you decorate a Bundt cake?

You’ve found the ideal recipe, you’ve baked it to perfection. Now what? I’ll tell you what: now comes the fun part. Decorating a Bundt cake is as easy or as detailed as you’d like it to be. Due to the top and sides of the cake pan form, Bundt cakes come out looking fancy all on their own. Requiring little more than powdered sugar to finish the look, decorating a Bundt cake is entirely optional and entirely up to you.

Should you want to go down that road, however, the options are limitless. Decorate your cake in full frosting, or have it dripping decadently down the sides. Finish the top with a glaze and a dusting of sugar, or leave it without any frosting at all and just add some edible flowers and tall, elegant candles. Decorating a Bundt cake doesn’t take all that much for absolutely stunning results. Just let your imagination go with this one, and have fun. You can’t really go wrong.

What’s the best way to grease a Bundt cake pan?

You probably already could guess this, but you’re going to want to thoroughly grease your Bundt cake pan. Because of the nooks and crannies that are typical of a Bundt cake pan, and because of the traditional recipes used for Bundt cakes, you’re going to want to make sure every little bit of the surface of a pan is greased and greased well. Hot tip: after you apply the fat of your choice, add some flour sifted over the fat to create a barrier between the cake batter and the fat. The results? A cake that’ll release from the pan practically effortlessly.