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donut cake

Donut cake is an American term for a large ring-shaped or donut-shaped cake — typically an iced layer cake baked in a bundt or ring pan that resembles an oversized donut.

ˈdoʊˌnʌt ˈkeɪk190 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 28, 2026

Donut cake is an American term for a large ring-shaped or donut-shaped cake — typically an iced layer cake baked in a bundt or ring pan that resembles an oversized donut. It combines the visual appeal of a doughnut with the heft and celebration context of a birthday or party cake. The term is informal and used in baking, party planning, and food blog contexts. Not a standardised baking industry term but widely understood in American casual usage.

She ordered a chocolate donut cake for the birthday party, and the kids loved the sprinkles on top.
Origin: Descriptive compound: 'donut' (ring-shaped fried dough cake) + 'cake' (baked celebration confection); describes a large ring-shaped celebration cake resembling a donut. Editorial expansion authored on Slangora.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026

(US) A large iced cake resembling a donut.

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