The Ultimate Crack Cake Recipe
Crack Cake is a beloved dessert known for its addictive, buttery flavor and moist texture. This cake is incredibly easy to make, starting with a box cake mix and enhanced with a variety of flavorful ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup white wine
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup white sugar
- ¼ cup white wine
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Making the Cake:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, water, vegetable oil, and white wine to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until well blended, about 2-3 minutes.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Making the Glaze:
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the sugar, white wine, and water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Finishing the Cake:
- Poke Holes: When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately poke holes all over the cake using a skewer or toothpick.
- Pour the Glaze: Pour the glaze slowly over the hot cake, allowing it to seep into the holes and saturate the cake.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely in the pan before inverting it onto a serving plate. Once cooled, slice and serve.
Tips for Success
- Bundt Pan: Make sure your Bundt pan is well-greased and floured to prevent sticking.
- Holes: Don’t be shy with poking holes in the cake; the more holes, the better the glaze will soak in.
- Wine: White wine gives a unique flavor to the cake, but you can substitute it with apple juice or another non-alcoholic option if desired.
- Storage: Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. It also freezes well.
This Crack Cake is incredibly moist, flavorful, and sure to become a favorite treat. Enjoy!