Tagalong Cake Recipe

This irresistible Tagalong Cake is a potluck champion! Made with a simple cake mix, it's unbelievably easy and travels beautifully. Melted butter, brown sugar, and crunchy nuts create a gooey, baked-on 'frosting' that's simply divine. Get ready for rave reviews – this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 303.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tagalong Cake

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How to Make Tagalong Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare your favorite boxed cake mix according to package directions, using 3 large eggs, the required amount of oil, and water.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1 cup of mini marshmallows.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter over low heat. Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake batter.
  6. Sprinkle 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar and 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work well) evenly over the melted butter.
  7. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

39g

Carbs

8g

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