Baileys + Cake? Yes, Please! Try This Irresistible Recipe
There’s something about Baileys that just makes desserts feel extra special. That velvety smooth Irish cream, with its perfect balance of chocolatey, vanilla, and whiskey notes, turns any treat into a decadent delight. And when you mix it into a buttery, tender Bundt cake? Pure magic!
Looking for a cake that’s as easy as it is impressive?
This Baileys Irish Cream Bundt Cake is rich, moist, and full of creamy Baileys flavor in every bite. With a blend of all-purpose flour and a generous helping of potato starch, this cake has a beautifully light, fluffy texture that’s sure to impress. A simple dusting of powdered sugar lets the Baileys shine through, making this cake perfect for any occasion — whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or just craving a taste of Ireland.
If you’re already a fan of my Baileys Cupcakes, Baileys Pralines, Baileys-Flavored Whipped Cream, or a classic Baileys on the Rocks, this Bundt cake will be right up your alley. And for my fellow coffee lovers, a slice of this cake paired with a warm Baileys Coffee is just the thing for a cozy afternoon treat.
Why You’ll Love This Baileys Bundt Cake
- Easy to make – No complicated steps, just mix, pour, and bake!
- Super moist – Thanks to a perfect balance of 125 grams each of all-purpose flour and potato starch, every bite is soft and luscious.
- Full of Baileys flavor – Infused right into the cake batter.
- Perfect for celebrations – Think St. Patrick’s Day, birthdays, or a fancy afternoon treat.
Now, let’s get baking this delightful dessert!
🥘 Ingredients
- Eggs
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla sugar
- Oil
- Baileys Irish Cream
- All Purpose flour
- Potato starch
- Butter or baking spray to grease the pan
- Powdered sugar for the final dusting
See the recipe card for quantities.
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Pan & Oven
Preheat your oven to 338°F (170°C). Grease your Bundt pan thoroughly with butter, making sure to get into every nook and cranny. Then, dust it lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Beat the Eggs & Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This will take a few minutes, but it’s worth it—this step gives your cake that beautifully soft texture.
Step 3: Add the Butter & Baileys
Slowly pour in the oil while continuing to mix, then add the Baileys. The batter will start to smell amazing at this point!
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, potato starch, and baking powder.
Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. You want everything to be smooth and lump-free but avoid overmixing!
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
Pour the batter into your prepared Bundt pan, smoothing out the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick—if it comes out clean, your cake is ready!
Step 7: Cool & Dust
Let the cake rest in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully flipping it onto a wire rack. Once it has completely cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar for that perfect finishing touch.
Step 8: Serve & Enjoy!
Slice, serve, and savor every bite! A cup of Baileys Coffee on the side? Highly recommended. 😉
🍽 Equipment
- Spring Form Bundt pan
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or Stand Mixer
- Cooling rack
- Sieve
- Tablespoon
- Spatula
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📖 Recipe
Bailey's Irish Cream Bundt Cake
Equipment
- Hand or stand mixer
- Tablespoon
- Dough scraper
Ingredients
- 5 Eggs
- 2 ¼ cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 ¼ teaspoon Vanilla Sugar
- 1 ⅙ cups Vegetable oil Olive, Grapeseed, Canola
- 1 ⅙ cups Bailey's Irish cream
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Potato starch
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 338°F (170°C). Grease a Bundt pan with butter and dust with flour.
- Beat 5 Eggs and 2 ¼ cups Powdered Sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.5 Eggs, 2 ¼ cups Powdered Sugar
- Slowly add 1 ⅙ cups Vegetable oil and 1 ⅙ cups Bailey's Irish cream.1 ¼ teaspoon Vanilla Sugar, 1 ⅙ cups Vegetable oil
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup All-purpose flour, 1 cup Potato starch, and 1 teaspoon Baking Powder.1 ⅙ cups Bailey's Irish cream, 1 cup All-purpose flour, 1 cup Potato starch, 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake for 45 minutes.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before flipping it onto a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust with Powdered sugar and serve.Powdered sugar
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
⛑️ Food Safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.
Nicole Kendrick says
THis is one delicious cake! I love how moist and tender it is, and the Bailey's gives it such a lovely flavor!
Elizabeth says
I was hunting for our St. Pat's Day dessert and as soon as I found your recipe, I knew we had a winner. Bailey's adds such delicious flavor to anything I've made, this cake included.
Juyali says
This cake was moist and texture was so light and fluffy—loved it with a cup of coffee. New favorite!
Swathi says
Bailey bundt is delicious, I have made it two times already. I am going to keep it in my kitchen.