Golden Cinnamon Sugar Pudding Cake

Super moist, soft, warm, and loaded with cinnamon sweetness — this is the kind of old-school cake that disappears in minutes. Truly addictive!

🍽️ Serves: 12 slices

⏱️ Total Time: ~1h10

🔥 Kcal: ~430 per slice

(Super moist • Sweet • Crowd-pleasing)

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11 minutes | 51 minutes | Servings: 12 | 430 kcal per serving

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This Golden Cinnamon Sugar Pudding Cake is the sweet treat you”ve been craving! Whether celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this dessert delivers incredible flavor with simple ingredients.

This dessert has become a favorite among home bakers everywhere. Whether you”re new to baking or experienced, this recipe makes it easy to create impressive results.

The step-by-step instructions make it foolproof, and the end result looks and tastes professional. Your friends and family will be asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

Ingredients

Cake Batter

• 1 box Duncan Hines yellow cake mix

• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar

• 1⁄4 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large box vanilla instant pudding mix

• 2 tsp cinnamon

• 4 eggs

• 3⁄4 cup water

• 3⁄4 cup oil

Optional Glaze

• 1⁄4 cup melted butter

• 1⁄2 cup sugar

• 1⁄4 cup water

🥄 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the Oven

• Preheat to 350°F (175°C).

• Grease + flour a bundt pan.

2️⃣ Make the Batter

• Combine cake mix, brown sugar, white sugar, pudding mix & cinnamon.

• Add eggs, water & oil.

• Beat until smooth and creamy.

3️⃣ Pour

• Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan.

4️⃣ Bake

• Bake 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

5️⃣ Cool

• Let cool 10 minutes in the pan.

• Invert onto a rack & cool completely.

✨ Optional Butter-Sugar Glaze

• Mix melted butter, sugar & water in a saucepan.

• Bring to a boil until sugar dissolves.

• Pour the warm glaze over the cake.

Expert Tips

Preparation is Key

Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go. This makes the cooking process much smoother and helps you avoid any last-minute scrambling.

Quality Matters

Using fresh, high-quality ingredients makes a noticeable difference in the final dish. Don’t skip on this step – your taste buds will thank you!

Temperature Control

Pay attention to cooking temperatures and times. Every oven and stovetop is different, so use your judgment and adjust as needed.

Make It Your Own

Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your preferences. Add extra spices, swap ingredients, or adjust portion sizes – cooking is all about creativity!

Storage and Leftovers

This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently to maintain the best texture and flavor. You can also freeze portions for quick meals later.