Introducing the delightful “Sock It to Me Cake” – a heavenly creation that transcends the ordinary, beckoning you to embrace its sweet symphony of flavors! Straight from the venerable Duncan Hines cake mix box, this recipe promises a culinary escapade that encapsulates the essence of ease and indulgence. 🍰✨
Total Time: 55 minutes

- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 box cake mix (Duncan Hines or your favorite brand)
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cake mix (for streusel filling)
- 2 tablespoons pecans (chopped)
- For glaze:
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 431.8
- Fat: 22.3g
- Saturated Fat: 5.1g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
- Sodium: 397mg
- Carbohydrates: 53.6g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 35.9g
- Protein: 6.4g
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to a tantalizing 375°F, creating the perfect ambiance for the baking magic that’s about to unfold.
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Prepare the Pan:
- Grease and flour a 10-inch tube or bundt pan, ensuring the cake effortlessly releases its scrumptious layers.
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Streusel Filling Extravaganza:
- In a medium bowl, unite 2 tablespoons of cake mix with brown sugar and cinnamon, creating a streusel filling that adds a symphony of textures. Stir in the chopped pecans for that extra nutty embrace.
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The Cake Symphony:
- In a larger bowl, let the magic begin! Combine the remaining cake mix with eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, water, and sugar. Employ your electric mixer at a medium-speed dance for a glorious 2 minutes until the batter achieves a harmonious consistency.
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Layers of Love:
- Pour two-thirds of the enchanting batter into the prepared pan, creating a canvas for the streusel filling. Sprinkle the streusel filling generously, allowing it to intermingle with the batter. Spoon the remaining batter over this masterpiece, creating layers that promise a sensory journey with each bite.
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Baking Ballet:
- Allow your creation to dance in the oven for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean – a testament to the perfection within.
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Cooling Crescendo:
- As your cake emerges, let it bask in the cooling serenade for 25 minutes within the pan. Invert this masterpiece onto a serving plate, allowing it to cool completely, building anticipation for the grand reveal.
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Glaze Finale:
- Craft the crowning glory – the glaze! In a small bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and milk, stirring until a smooth, heavenly concoction is achieved. Drizzle this ambrosial glaze over the cooled cake, creating a finale that’s as visually stunning as it is indulgent.
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Savor the Sweet Symphony:
- Finally, let your senses be serenaded as you slice into the “Sock It to Me Cake,” discovering layers of bliss, the perfect balance of sweetness, and the nutty allure of the streusel filling. Share this delectable creation with friends and family, for every bite is a celebration of culinary brilliance!
In the realm of desserts, the “Sock It to Me Cake” stands as a testament to the harmonious marriage of simplicity and sophistication, inviting you to savor each moment in its sweet, delectable embrace. 🎂💖