Best 5 A Cracker Jack Of A Cake Recipes

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In the realm of confectionery artistry, there exists a legendary dessert known as the "cracker jack of cakes", a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of indulgence and delight. This exceptional cake transcends the boundaries of ordinary sweets, embodying a symphony of flavors, textures, and visual appeal that captivates the senses and leaves taste buds craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker yearning to elevate your skills or a novice cook seeking a challenge, embarking on the journey to create this extraordinary cake promises an experience that will ignite your passion for the art of baking.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRACKER JACK COOKIES II



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Chocolate chip cookies with a few more ingredients. Oatmeal, coconut, and cereal make them very good and chewy.

Provided by Earthymom

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup flaked coconut
2 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar and white sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg; gradually stir into the creamed mixture. Finally, stir in the oatmeal, coconut, crisp rice cereal and chocolate chips. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 162.7 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

CLONE OF A CRACKER JACK®



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This peanutty, caramelly popcorn recipe tastes close to the original. It's very easy to prepare at home and makes great gifts! For a thicker coating of caramel, reduce the popped popcorn to 10 cups.

Provided by themoodyfoodie

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 11

Number Of Ingredients 6

11 cups popped popcorn
1 cup Spanish peanuts
1 ¼ cups dark brown sugar
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
¼ cup dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Spread popcorn in the bottom of a large, deep roasting pan. Sprinkle peanuts over the popcorn.
  • Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt together in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until sugar and butter are melted and sauce is thick and caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour caramel sauce over the popcorn and peanuts and stir to coat popcorn and peanuts completely, scooping any peanuts and caramel that fall to the bottom of the roasting pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until caramel and popcorn are crisped, about 45 minutes. Turn popcorn out in a single layer on a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 313.8 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

CRACKER CAKE



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This is unbelievable delicious. You can cut it half to make a smaller amount. Cook 6ime is Chill time.

Provided by Carmen B.

Categories     Dessert

Time P1DT20m

Yield 1 pan, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

28 ounces pie filling (Wild Berry, Blueberry, Cherry, etc)
450 g unsalted saltine crackers
1 liter Cool Whip
1 (6 ounce) box vanilla pudding mix or 2 (4 ounce) boxes vanilla pudding mix, made according to directions

Steps:

  • 9" by 13" baking pan.
  • Layer as follows:.
  • 1/3 of the Cool Whip.
  • thin layer of crackers.
  • 1/2 the pudding.
  • thin layer of crackers.
  • 1/3 Cool Whip.
  • thin layer of crackers.
  • 1/2 the pudding.
  • thin layer crackers.
  • 1/3 Cool Whip.
  • Pie Filling.
  • Cover, put in fridge and refrigerate for 24 hours. MUST leave for 24 hours so the crackers become soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.6, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Sodium 400.5, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 17.3, Protein 3.8

HOMEMADE CRACKER JACK



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A salty-sweet, caramel-coated popcorn often eaten at baseball games, Cracker Jack is one of the many well-known confections from Chicago. While molasses-covered popcorn was already popular in the Northeast, the creation of Cracker Jack's special formula is credited to German brothers Frederick William and Louis Rueckheim. Besides coming up with the signature combination of popcorn, molasses and peanuts, they even devised a special package to keep it fresh and crisp. By the late 1800s, the snack was so loved that their company was producing four-and-a-half tons a day. This homemade version is best enjoyed the day it's made, though it will keep for up to three days in an airtight container. Use large, red-skinned peanuts in this recipe if you can find them, as the skins lend a pleasant bitterness that works well with the molasses-caramel coating.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     candies

Time 45m

Yield About 16 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons neutral oil, plus more for greasing the pans
1/2 cup popcorn kernels
1 cup roasted, salted red-skinned peanuts
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsalted butter, chopped into pieces
1 packed cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal), plus more for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250 degrees and grease two large rimmed baking sheets with neutral oil.
  • Add the remaining 3 tablespoons neutral oil and 2 kernels to a large pot. Cover and heat over medium. Once you hear those first two kernels pop, add the remaining kernels, cover and cook, shaking occasionally, until the popping slows down, about 4 to 6 minutes. You should hear a few seconds of silence between pops. Remove from the heat.
  • Transfer the popcorn to a large, heatproof bowl and discard any unpopped kernels. Add the peanuts to the popcorn and toss to combine. Set the vanilla and baking soda near the stove for easy access.
  • In a small saucepan, stir the butter, brown sugar, molasses and salt over medium until the butter melts. Once the butter has melted, attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan and cook the mixture, undisturbed, until the temperature reaches 248 degrees.
  • Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla and baking soda. The mixture will become foamy. Immediately pour it over the popcorn and use a wooden spoon to coat it evenly.
  • Spread the popcorn out onto the two prepared baking sheets. Bake until the mixture is dry, about 20 to 25 minutes, tossing occasionally. The mixture will dry out as it cools but may still be slightly sticky. Sprinkle with a bit more salt, to taste.
  • Let the popcorn cool completely. It's best enjoyed the day it's cooked, but you can also store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

CRACKER JACK - COPYCAT



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This recipe has never failed me. The popcorn turns out sweet, buttery and very crispy. If you want caramel corn, just use light corn syrup instead of dark.

Provided by Chilicat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 cups popped popcorn
1 1/2 cups cocktail peanuts
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl or roasting pan. Keep warm in a 250°F oven.
  • Melt butter in a 2 quart saucepan. Stir in sugar, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a rolling boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil without stirring for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in soda and vanilla.
  • Quickly pour over warm popcorn while tossing until well coated. Spread in a shallow baking pan or roasting pan.
  • Bake at 250°F for 45 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes. Make sure every piece of popcorn has been moved around on the bottom.
  • Remove from oven and turn out onto foil to let cool.
  • Store in a tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1717.5, Fat 101.8, SaturatedFat 36.9, Cholesterol 122, Sodium 1195, Carbohydrate 187.8, Fiber 15.1, Sugar 121.6, Protein 33.9

Tips:

  • Choosing the right pan: For baking Cracker Jack cake, use a 9x13-inch baking pan. This size will ensure that the cake is evenly cooked and has the right height.
  • Measuring ingredients accurately: Be precise when measuring ingredients for this recipe. Using the correct amount of each ingredient is essential for achieving the desired taste and texture.
  • Mixing the batter: Mix the batter until it is smooth and free of lumps. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
  • Baking the cake: Bake the cake at the specified temperature and for the specified time. Check the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Cooling the cake: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Storing the cake: Store the frosted cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the unfrosted cake for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Cracker Jack cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy textures, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive cake recipe, give Cracker Jack cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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