Crack Cake is a delicious and easy dessert that will quickly become a favorite in your home. With its moist texture and sweet cinnamon layer, this cake is sure to please everyone! Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just want a treat for your family, this recipe is perfect.
Why Make This Recipe
You should make Crack Cake because it’s super simple and the flavors are amazing! It combines the richness of cake with a hint of cinnamon and sweetness from brown sugar. Plus, it’s great for any occasion, from special celebrations to a cozy family weekend.
How to Make Crack Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 small box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, water, oil, and white wine (if you want to add it). Beat everything until it’s well blended.
- Pour half of the batter into your prepared bundt pan.
- In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar together. Sprinkle this mix over the batter in the pan.
- Pour the rest of the batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer.
- Bake the cake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the cake.
- Let the cake cool for about 20 minutes before carefully removing it from the pan. Dust it with powdered sugar before serving.
How to Serve Crack Cake
You can serve Crack Cake warm or at room temperature. It looks beautiful on a cake stand, and you can top it with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
How to Store Crack Cake
To store your cake, cover it with plastic wrap or keep it in an airtight container. It stays fresh at room temperature for about 3 days. You can also refrigerate it if you’d like to extend its freshness.
Tips to Make Crack Cake
- Make sure to grease and flour the bundt pan well to avoid sticking.
- If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, just skip the white wine. The cake will still be delicious!
- Let the cake cool completely before dusting it with powdered sugar for the best presentation.
Variation
Try adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter for a fun twist. You can also swap the yellow cake mix for chocolate cake mix for a richer flavor!
FAQs
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Can I use a different flavor of cake mix? Yes! You can use any flavor of cake mix you like. Chocolate or lemon would also work great!
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Can I freeze Crack Cake? Absolutely! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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What if I don’t have vanilla pudding mix? If you don’t have vanilla pudding mix, you can skip it or use a different flavor. Just keep in mind the flavor will change a bit!