Description
Mom’s Best Cake is a rich and moist yellow bundt cake enhanced with vanilla pudding and cinnamon for extra flavor and texture. Topped with an optional buttery sugar glaze, this classic dessert is perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter:
- 1 box Duncan Hines yellow cake mix
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 large box vanilla pudding instant mix
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 4 eggs
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup oil
Glaze (Optional):
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or your desired baking pan thoroughly to ensure easy removal of the cake.
- Mix Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, brown sugar, white granulated sugar, vanilla pudding instant mix, and cinnamon. Add the eggs, water, and oil. Beat the mixture on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour Batter: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased and floured pan, spreading it out gently.
- Bake Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Baking time may vary slightly depending on the size and type of pan used.
- Cool Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Optional Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the melted butter, sugar, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves fully.
- Glaze Cake: Pour the warm glaze evenly over the cooled cake to add moistness and a sweet finish. Let it set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using a bundt pan adds a classic shape but any baking pan can be used with adjusted baking time.
- The vanilla pudding mix adds extra moisture and flavor to the cake.
- Ensure the glaze is applied when the cake is fully cooled to prevent melting or running off.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a healthier twist, you can reduce the amount of sugar in the glaze or omit it altogether.
