Ingredients and Weight:
- Yellow cake mix (18.25 ounces)
- Vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
40-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and vanilla pudding mix.
- In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Stir in the milk and eggs until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle with the pecans.
- Pour the remaining batter over the pecans.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and buttery flavor
- Moist and tender crumb
- Pecan-studded topping
- Easy to make and perfect for special occasions
User Comments:
- "This cake was a huge hit at our party! It's so moist and flavorful, and the pecan topping is the perfect touch."
- "I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make too!"
- "I love the combination of the yellow cake and the vanilla pudding. It makes a truly unique and delicious cake."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to grease and flour the pan thoroughly to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
