Crack Cake
Baking a delectable dessert isn’t just about sticking to instructions—it’s about crafting an experience that brings joy with every bite. The Best Crack Cake has earned its name for good reason. With its rich yellow cake base, a warm touch of cinnamon, and a subtle splash of white wine, this cake is as irresistible as it sounds. Follow along as we walk you through making a dessert that’s bound to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Before we get into the baking process, let’s take a look at the ingredients you’ll need to bring this flavorful cake to life. This recipe finds its charm in the perfect harmony of sweet, spicy, and subtly boozy elements.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Yellow cake mix (Duncan Hines recommended) | 1 box |
| Brown sugar | ¼ cup |
| White sugar | ¼ cup |
| Instant vanilla pudding mix | 1 box |
| Ground cinnamon | 2 teaspoons |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Water | ¾ cup |
| Vegetable oil | ¾ cup |
| White wine (your choice) | ½ cup |
Instructions
With all your ingredients ready, it’s time to create this unforgettable dessert. Just follow these steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking when your batter is done.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, both sugars, vanilla pudding mix, and cinnamon. Stir until everything is well blended.
- Add in the eggs, water, oil, and white wine. Mix until smooth. You can use a whisk, hand mixer, or stand mixer—whatever you’re comfortable with.
- Grease a bundt pan thoroughly to help the cake release easily after baking.
- Pour the prepared batter into the greased pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the cake turns golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, start on the glaze. In a saucepan, melt 1 stick of butter with 1 cup of sugar, then stir in ¼ cup of white wine. Stir until everything is fully combined and smooth.
- When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot glaze over the cake while it’s still in the pan. Let the glaze soak in.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy every rich, moist, flavorful bite!
This cake truly lives up to its name—one taste and you’ll understand why people can’t get enough. Whether you’re sharing it at a gathering or keeping it all to yourself (we won’t judge!), The Best Crack Cake is always a hit.
