Ingredients
– 1 box of yellow cake mix
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup of water
– 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
– 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
– 1 cup of powdered sugar
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup of milk
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– Extra ground cinnamon for topping
– Optional: pecans or walnuts for added crunch
Equipment Needed
– Large mixing bowl
– Electric mixer or whisk
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Wooden skewer or fork for poking
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Mixing spatula
– Rubber scraper
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get started on this delightful journey! First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Using an electric mixer, beat everything together on medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until the batter is smooth and creamy. The smell of the cake mix baking already has me dreaming about the end result! Once that’s done, pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Now, here’s where the fun begins: you’ll need to bake it until it’s lightly golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean, about 30-35 minutes. (See the next page below to continue steps…)