Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
For the Yum Yum Topping:
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped nuts or shredded coconut
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Make Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake:
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare Yum Yum Topping:
- In a bowl, combine powdered sugar, melted butter, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Spread Topping on Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the yum yum topping evenly over the cake.
- Optional Garnish:
- If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts or shredded coconut on top of the yum yum topping.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the topping to set. Slice and serve chilled.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy the delightful Yum Yum Cake with its rich and creamy topping. This simple and scrumptious cake is sure to be a hit!