Ingredients and Weight:
- Cake Mix: Use a brand name cake mix of your choice (8 serving size)
- Caramel Topping: 1 jar (approximately 200g)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Milk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Oil: 1/2 cup (120ml) (vegetable or canola oil)
- Sugar: 1/2 cup (100g) for additional sweetness (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, milk, oil, and sugar if using, and mix well until fully combined.
- Pour the cake mixture into a greased and floured Bundt cake pan or similar mold.
- Distribute the caramel topping evenly over the top of the cake.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: Approximately 400-500 depending on the ingredients used and the amount of sugar added.
Fat: Moderate amount of fat due to the oil and caramel topping.
Carbohydrates: High due to the cake mix and caramel.
Protein: Moderate due to the eggs and cake mix.
Please note that the exact nutritional information will depend on the specific ingredients used and their quantities.
Dish Characteristics:
- Caramelized sugar topping gives this pound cake a unique sweet and rich flavor.
- The texture of the cake is moist and dense, with a slight crunch from the caramelized sugar on top.
- This dish is perfect for dessert or even as a snack with coffee or tea.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent recipe! The caramel topping makes this pound cake stand out from others I've tried." - John Doe, New York
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make yet it tastes like a professional chef made it! Highly recommended." - Jane Smith, California
- "This dish brings back memories of my childhood with its sweet caramel flavor and soft cake texture." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to grease and flour the Bundt cake pan well to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
- Use a toothpick to test if the cake is done baking by inserting it into the center of the cake; if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
- Let the cake cool completely before inverting it onto a wire rack to ensure it doesn't break or crack while cooling.
