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Christmas Crunch Cake

A delightful twist on traditional holiday desserts, this cake combines rich, buttery flavors with crunchy pecans or walnuts, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself during the festive season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Holiday
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box yellow or white cake mix Alternatively, use a homemade equivalent.
  • 1 cup butter, melted Ensure butter is thoroughly melted, not hot.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Feel free to substitute with other nuts or chocolate chips.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven based on the cake mix instructions.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and melted butter until completely blended.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts, ensuring they’re well distributed.
  4. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake as directed by the cake mix or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool before serving to let the flavors settle.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar or serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days, or freeze individual slices for later enjoyment.