Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 box

Duncan Hines yellow cake mix

4 unit

eggs

0.5 cup

oil

1 cup

milk

3 oz

Kahlua

1 pkg

instant vanilla pudding

1 cup

Kahlua

0.75 cup

sugar

0.25 lb

margarine

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan.

Step 2
~6 min

In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, oil, milk, Kahlua (3 oz), and instant vanilla pudding.

Step 3
~6 min

Mix with an electric mixer until smooth.

Step 4
~6 min

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Step 5
~6 min

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6
~6 min

While the cake is baking, prepare the Kahlua glaze.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~6 min

In a saucepan, combine the remaining Kahlua (1 cup), sugar, and margarine.

Step 8
~6 min

Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

Step 9
~6 min

Remove the cake from the oven and poke holes all over the top with a fork or toothpick.

Step 10
~6 min

Pour the hot Kahlua glaze evenly over the warm cake.

Step 11
~6 min

Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use butter instead of margarine.

Add chocolate chips to the batter for a chocolate Kahlua cake.

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Chocolate mousse
Tiramisu

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert for gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday parties
Holiday celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Dessert

Popularity Score

75/100