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Crack Cake

A moist, buttery cake enveloped in a sweet glaze, delivering a flavor that's anything but basic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 box of yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup of sour cream
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1/4 cup of milk
  • 1 stick of butter melted
  • 1 cup of powdered sugar for glaze

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the yellow cake mix to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, and powdered sugar to prepare the glaze.
  8. Once the cake is done, pour the glaze over the warm cake while it's still in the pan.
  9. Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep it moist.