. Preheat oven to temperature listed on cake mix box, usually 350°F. Grease a cake pan well.
. Make cake batter as directed on box, using eggs, oil and water. Mix just until blended.
. Add pudding mix and sour cream to batter. Beat again until fully combined.
. Fold in any mix-ins like chocolate chips, toffee bits, crushed candy.
. Pour batter into pan and evenly spread out. Bake for time listed on box.
. Cool cake completely before frosting – at least 1 hour. Chilling speeds up frosting.
. Generously frost top and sides with desired frosting. Refrigerate frosted cake.
. That’s truly all there is to it! Now let’s go over some tips for perfect crack cake every time.
Tips and Tricks for Making Irresistible Crack Cake
. Follow these tips when whipping up your cake mix cake:
. Use high-quality cake mixes for the best texture like Betty Crocker or Duncan Hines.
. Adjust baking time if using a different size pan than listed on the box.
. Beat the batter well after adding the pudding and sour cream.
. Grease the pan well for pretty, intact cake sides when serving.
. Refrigerate the completely cooled cake 30 minutes before frosting.
. Use any flavor frosting you like! Cream cheese, vanilla buttercream, chocolate are all amazing.
. Store the finished cake refrigerated for up to 5 days.
. Mix up a batch using these tips and get ready for the new favorite cake in your recipe collection. Now let’s go over serving ideas and adaptations.
Serving Suggestions for Crack Cake
. This easy cake recipe is perfect for:
. Birthdays, celebrations, anniversaries
. Potlucks, parties, backyard BBQs
. School or office parties, bake sales
. Dessert buffets or chic cake stands
. Party favors or gifts for friends and teachers
. Fun weekend project with kids
. Plated restaurant-style dessert
. Any day you need an impressive cake, fast!
. Crack cake impresses guests but takes just minutes to prepare and pleases all ages. Adapt it to your needs:
. Use gluten-free or dairy-free cake mix
. Swap in allergy-friendly frosting
. Decorate simply with sprinkles or elaborately with flowers
Nutrition Information for Crack Cake
. Like any rich cake recipe, crack cake is high in fat, carbs and calories, so moderation is key. The nutrition will vary based on ingredients:
. Cake mix – Look for options with less fat and sugar.
. Eggs and oil – Provide protein and mostly unsaturated fats.
Pudding – Uses nonfat milk and contains some protein.
. Frosting – Adds carbs, fat, and calories from sugar.
. Mix-ins – Candy, chips, and toffee add even more sugar.
. Crack cake is definitely a special treat best enjoyed occasionally and in small portions as part of an overall healthy diet. The recipe is easy to modify by swapping the ingredients.
. Crack cake truly lives up to its name as being irresistibly easy, moist and addictive. With just a cake mix, pudding, and sour cream it bakes up incredibly delicious and tender. Top with frosting for picture-perfect results.
. Whip up this crowd-pleasing recipe for your next celebration, party or potluck. Store and serve it like a bakery-quality creation. Just beware – it might disappear quickly!
. With easy prep, simple ingredients, and insane moistness, crack cake delivers impressive results with little effort required. Indulge in a slice of chocolate, vanilla, spice or any flavor you crave.
. Preparation Time: 5 minutes
. Baking Time: 45 minutes
. Course: Dessert
. Cuisine: American
. Yield: Serves 8
. Calories per Serving: 538 kcal
Ingredients You’ll Need
. For the Cake:
1 box of yellow cake mix
1 packet (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white wine
. For the Butter Glaze:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
1/4 cup white wine
Step-by-Step Instructions
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