6 Egg Yolk Bundt Cake
Turn leftover egg yolks into little bites of magic!
The holiday season is all about baking, gifting, and gathering with loved ones around delicious treats. But after the whirlwind of Christmas cookies, meringues, and festive desserts, you might find yourself with a common baking dilemma: leftover egg yolks. Don’t toss them—these golden gems are perfect for creating mouthwatering recipes that feel just as festive as the holidays themselves!
Wondering what you can whip up with leftover egg yolks?
How about a buttery, rich egg yolk bundt cake that melts in your mouth and pairs beautifully with a warm cup of coffee or tea? With just a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of simple vanilla icing, this cake transforms from humble leftovers to an elegant treat in no time.
Prefer something a bit more adventurous?
Use egg yolks to bake walnut cookies with a splash of rum or try a sweet jam-filled recipe topped with chocolate drizzle. And for the ultimate indulgence, four leftover egg yolks can be your ticket to homemade advocaat (or egg liqueur), perfect for sipping by the fire or gifting to friends.
The best part? Each recipe makes the most of what you already have, turning potential waste into something truly magical. Let’s dive into these irresistible ideas and give those leftover egg yolks the spotlight they deserve!
🥘 Ingredients
- Egg yolks – from recipes like Granny’s Coconut Kisses
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract
- AP-Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Milk
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting or a simple glaze
See the recipe card for quantities.
🔪 Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan, or line a baking pan with parchment paper if you’re making bars.
Step 2:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2–3 minutes.
Step 3:
Beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, making sure each one is fully combined before adding the next. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently, just until everything is combined—avoid overmixing!
Step 6:
Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 40–45 minutes for a bundt cake, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7:
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a glaze for a beautiful finishing touch before serving.
Simple Vanilla Glaze (Optional)
To add a glaze, mix 1 cup (120 g) of powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of milk and a splash of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. Drizzle it over the cooled cake for an extra touch of sweetness!
🍽 Equipment
- Bundt cake pan
- Hand or stand mixer with paddle attachment
- Mixing bowls
- Cooling rack
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Six Egg Yolk Recipe for a Delicious Bundt Cake
Equipment
- Bundt cake pan
- Hand or stand mixer with paddle attachment
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 Egg yolks
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups AP-Flour
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Milk
- Powdered sugar for dusting or a simple glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream 1 cup Unsalted butter and 1 cup Granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.1 cup Unsalted butter, 1 cup Granulated sugar
- Beat in 6 Egg yolks one at a time, ensuring each yolk is fully combined before adding the next. Mix in 1 tsp Vanilla extract until smooth.6 Egg yolks, 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups AP-Flour, 1 tsp Baking powder, and ¼ tsp Salt.1 ½ cups AP-Flour, 1 tsp Baking powder, ¼ tsp Salt
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with ½ cup Milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.½ cup Milk
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes for a bundt cake, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with Powdered sugar or drizzle with a glaze before serving, if desired.Powdered sugar
Nutrition
⛑️ 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.
Gorgeous! Made this for an early Xmas party and was a hit!
Thank you so much, Amy! I am so happy you liked it!
Ahhh, my saviour! I made meringue the other day and had lots of leftover egg yolks, wondering what on earth to do with them, when your recipe popped up. Excellent use for them and so delicious!
That is awesome! Thank you, Sonja!
Loved this recipe! The bundt cake turned out so soft and rich. I’ll definitely be making it again!
That is wonderful, Criss! Thank you!
I love a delicate cake filled with protein like this! So fluffy and not overly sweet. Perfection!
That is so nice of you! Thank you, Marie-Pierre!
Love this six egg yolk bundt cake perfect festival get-together I did a trial run. Going to make it again.
Awesome! I am so glad you enjoyed it!