Description
This Delightful Vanilla Pudding Cake combines a tender vanilla-flavored cake base with the rich creaminess of instant vanilla pudding, resulting in a moist, soft dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and bake, this recipe yields a crowd-pleasing treat topped optionally with whipped topping for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix (1 package)
Garnish
- Whipped topping (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to combine evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure full incorporation. Then, add the pure vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Alternately add the dry ingredients and whole milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Pudding Mix: Gently fold the instant vanilla pudding mix into the batter until fully incorporated for extra moisture and flavor.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the cake turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly in the baking dish before serving. Optionally, top with whipped topping for added creaminess and presentation.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is adequately softened to achieve a smooth and creamy texture when creamed.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour mixture to prevent a dense, tough cake.
- Instant pudding mix adds moisture – folding it gently maintains the cake’s light texture.
- Use fresh eggs and pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- The baking dish should be well greased to ensure easy removal.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly for better slicing and serving.
- Whipped topping is optional but enhances flavor and presentation.
