Mod's Mountain Dew Cake Rcdc Recipe

Calling all Mountain Dew fanatics! This ridiculously delicious Mod S Mountain Dew Cake (RCDC) is a game-changer. Inspired by two true Dew-voters, this recipe ditches the distracting lemon, pineapple, and coconut flavors found in other soda cakes, letting the iconic Mountain Dew flavor shine. Prepare to be amazed by this intensely moist and flavorful cake, complete with a luscious Mountain Dew glaze. Doug (our resident Dew aficionado) guarantees it's so good, he'll lock you in his basement to bake it forever! (Just kidding... mostly!). This recipe delivers that perfect Mountain Dew punch in every bite. Get ready to experience cake like never before!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 548.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mod's Mountain Dew Cake Rcdc

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How to Make Mod's Mountain Dew Cake Rcdc

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or a tube pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 4 large eggs, and 1 (2-liter) bottle Mountain Dew.
  4. Mix on medium speed with an electric mixer until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is smooth.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes in a 9x13 inch pan or 45 minutes in a tube pan, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  8. For the Mountain Dew Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup Mountain Dew, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons butter.
  9. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the glaze is smooth.
  10. Remove from heat and pour the hot glaze evenly over the cooled cake.
  11. Let the glaze set completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

186g

Fat

42g

Carbs

20g