Crack Cake

This irresistible bundt cake combines sweet white wine with a moist, cinnamon-spiced batter and a luscious buttery glaze. Perfect for gatherings or a treat-yourself moment, it’s called “Crack Cake” because it’s just that addictive!

Ingredients

Cake

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 3.4 oz vanilla pudding mix
• ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 5 large eggs, room temperature
• ½ cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup sweet white wine (e.g., Riesling)

Glaze

• ½ cup salted butter
• ¼ cup sweet white wine
• 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a bundt pan thoroughly with nonstick baking spray or butter and flour.

Step 2: Mix the Cake Batter

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, sour cream, and wine.
3. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until fully combined and smooth.

Step 3: Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan.
2. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the edges begin to pull away from the pan.

Step 4: Prepare the Glaze

1. While the cake bakes, combine the butter, wine, and sugar in a small saucepan.
2. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5: Soak the Cake

1. When the cake is done baking, leave it in the bundt pan. Use a bamboo skewer or toothpick to poke holes all over the bottom of the cake.
2. Slowly pour the warm glaze over the cake, letting it soak in. This process will take about 15-20 minutes.

Step 6: Turn Out the Cake

1. Once the glaze is absorbed, carefully loosen the edges of the cake with a spatula or knife.
2. Invert the cake onto a serving plate and gently lift off the pan.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy

1. Slice the cake and serve. It’s delicious on its own but pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips for Success

• Storage: Keep the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
• Reheating: Microwave individual slices for 10-15 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.
• Wine Choice: Sweet white wines like Moscato or Riesling work best for this recipe.

This Crack Cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—moist, flavorful, and impossible to resist! 🍷🍰