Instant Pot Blackberry Cake
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Today, we’re bringing you yet another Instant Pot Dessert – an Instant Pot Blackberry Cake that proves that you don’t need an oven to make a tender, flavorful cake. The batter comes together in minutes and the Instant Pot takes care of the rest. No preheating, no oven babysitting – just a beautiful, golden bundt cake that looks far more elaborate than it really is.
Instant Pot Blackberry Bundt Cake Recipe
Using my Instant Pot to make desserts is my favorite no-bake dessert hack when I am craving a fluffy baked cake or real cheesecake but cannot stand the thought of warming up the house by turning on the oven.
Our latest addition to our Instant Pot desserts is today’s Instant Pot Blackberry Bundt Cake. Grab your Instant Pot, a package of vanilla cake mix and some fresh (or frozen) blackberries and get ready to make a bakery-worthy bundt cake that is sure to impress.
This moist, fruit-studded dessert starts with a simple French vanilla cake mix, but is elevated by juicy blackberries that break down slightly as they cook, creating pockets of tart sweetness throughout.
The gentle pressure-steaming method locks in moisture, resulting in a soft crumb that melts in your mouth along with the delicate, homemade vanilla glaze which adds just enough sweetness to complement the fruit without overpowering the cake’s vanilla base.
Unlike our Instant Pot Strawberry Cake and Instant Pot Blueberry Cake, this Instant Pot Blackberry Cake uses a pre-made cake mix to make this an even easier option for a hot summer day. Not only do you not have to turn on the oven – you don’t have to spend any time digging in the baking cupboard or measuring out more than a handful of ingredients, giving you more time outside having fun with the kids as dessert takes care of itself.
What is the cake setting on the Instant Pot? Some of the newer models of Instant Pot (like the Lux 6qt or Ultra 6qt) actually have a cake setting! But, I’m working with two models that don’t have a dedicated cake setting – as I’m imagining most readers are, too. For a standard Instant Pot, just use the Manual Pressure Cooking setting for cakes.
What kind of bundt pan should I use in the Instant Pot? A 7-inch metal bundt pan is ideal. Make sure it fits comfortably on the trivet with room for steam to circulate. (Instant Pot even makes it’s own bundt pan for this very purpose!)
If you typically cook savoury dishes in your Instant Pot, you may want to look at purchasing some extra sealing rings to ensure that your cake doesn’t take on a savoury flavor from your other recipes.
Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, this blackberry bundt cake keeps well covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for 4 to 5 days.
More Instant Pot Dessert Recipes
- Instant Pot Strawberry Cake
- Instant Pot Blueberry Cake
- Instant Pot Guinness Cake with Bailey’s Frosting
- Instant Pot Pumpkin Bread Pudding
- Instant Pot Dulce de Leche Brownies
- Instant Pot Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
- Instant Pot Vanilla Cheesecake
Looking for more Instant Pot Recipes? Check out our full collection here!
Instant Pot Blackberry Cake Ingredients
Cake Ingredients:
- French Vanilla Cake Mix
- plus ingredients called for on the box
- Blackberries, slightly mashed
Vanilla Glaze Ingredients:
Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.
Tip: Sift your powdered sugar before making the glaze to ensure a smooth, lump-free finish that drips cleanly over the cake’s edges.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Instant Pot <– I’m so excited to upgrade to this one with air fryer capacities soon! (You can also just buy the lid which adds the air fryer capacity to your standard IP.)
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Large Spoon or Spatula
- 7″ Bundt Pan <– this is the official Instant Pot Bundt Pan (plus a couple other IP accessories)
How to Make a Bundt Cake in the Instant Pot
Cake Directions:
In a large bowl, mix together the vanilla cake mix, eggs, water, and oil, as called for on the box.
Gently mix in the blackberries. (Optionally, you can crush the blackberries before adding to ensure that you have plenty of blackberry flavor distributed throughout the cake.)
Grease and flour a 7 inch bundt pan and pout the batter into the bundt pan.
Place 1 cup of water in your Instant Pot and set the trivet that came with your Instant Pot inside.
Carefully place the filled bundt pan on top of trivet in the instant pot.
Close and seal the lid.
Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes, followed by a quick pressure release.
Carefully remove the bundt cake and let cool on a cooling rack for 30-60 minutes.
Use a knife to gently separate the cake from the sides of the bundt pan and empty the cake onto a wired rack with a cookie sheet underneath.
Vanilla Glaze Directions:
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together all ingredients until smooth.
Pour the vanilla glaze over the bundt cake and allow to set for 20 minutes before serving.
Grab your free printable recipe card for our Instant Pot Blackberry Bundt Cake recipe:
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Instant Pot Blackberry Bundt Cake
Grab your Instant Pot, a package of vanilla cake mix and some fresh (or frozen) blackberries and get ready to make a bakery-worthy Instant Pot Blackberry Bundt cake that is sure to impress, giving you more time outside having fun with the kids as dessert takes care of itself.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients:
- 1 Box French Vanilla Cake Mix
- plus ingredients called for on the box
- 1 cup Blackberries, slightly mashed
Vanilla Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup Powdered Confectioner's Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2-4 Tablespoon Milk
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 312Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 481mgCarbohydrates: 70gFiber: 2gSugar: 43gProtein: 3g
Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.
I hope your family loves this easy Instant Pot cake as much as mine did!
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