Sock it to Me Cake Recipe

Sock it to me cake is an old classic dessert that is still popular today. It is super easy to make and is a great option for any occasion. If you want to make a simple dessert that everyone will like, make this sock to me cake with a filling of pecans and a yummy glaze. The preparation process does not require any special cooking skills. Just follow the sock it to me cake recipe below, and you will have the most delicious cake you can imagine!

Sock It to Me Cake is a delightful journey into Southern baking tradition, and this recipe captures the essence of its sweet nostalgia. The cinnamon-brown sugar-pecan filling adds a perfect layer of warmth and crunch, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. The straightforward instructions ensure that both beginners and seasoned bakers can achieve a moist and flavorful cake. Get ready to sock it to your taste buds with this classic treat!

Vadim Rachok

Chef

What is a Sock it to Me Cake?

Sock to me cake may look like a simple Bundt cake with vanilla glaze on top at first glance. The dense, pound-cake-like quality of the sponge and the ribbon of pecans that runs down the center of each slice make this cake unique. You could say the Sock It to Me Cake packs a punch with its combination of texture and flavor.

The exact origin of the Sock It to Me Cake is not clear, but it has become a popular dessert in the cuisine of the South, especially in states such as Louisiana and Mississippi. It is often served on special occasions such as holidays, family get-togethers or potlucks.

How Did This Cake Get Its Unique Name?

These rich and spicy cakes date back to the late 1960’s. During this time, the phrase “sock it to me,” a popular slang expression meaning “give it to me,” was heard as a punch line on the comedy show Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In and immortalized in the song Respect by Aretha Franklin.
It is unclear whether the name for this recipe was adapted from one of these sources. While the exact origin of the cake’s name is uncertain, the recipe found its way to the back of Duncan Hines’ Yellow Cake Mix and has been a popular staple in kitchens for decades.

How to make Sock it to Me Cake?

You can prepare the Sock it to me cake at home to treat your guests or family at any time. The recipe is easy to follow. It also uses simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

• Flour: It serves as the main dry ingredient and gives the cake structure.
• Salt: Salt balances sweetness and other flavors and enhances the flavor of the cake.
• Baking powder: Baking powder acts as a leavening agent. It helps the cake rise and become light and fluffy.
• Butter: It adds moisture, richness, and aroma to the cake, creating a tender crumb.
• White sugar: It is used in the cake batter to add sweetness.
• Eggs: They add texture and moisture to the cake.
• Vanilla sugar: It imparts a sweet vanilla taste and aroma to the cake.
• Sour cream: Sour cream adds moisture and richness to the batter for a tender crumb.
• Almonds (pecans): Pecans add a nutty flavor and crunchy texture to the filling.
• Powdered sugar: It is used to prepare the glaze for the topping of the cake.
• Milk: Milk adds a creamy texture and a sweet taste to the topping.
• Vanilla extract: It adds depth of taste with its concentrated vanilla essence.

Directions

1. First, sift the flour and mix in the baking powder. Set aside.
2. Then, cream butter with sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt. Whisk until smooth. 
3. When the mixture is smooth, add 3 eggs.
4. Next, add the sour cream and mix well.
5. Add flour and baking powder and mix well with a silicone spatula.
6. Then, chop the almonds with a knife until smooth.
7. Pour half of the dough into a baking pan. Sprinkle with almonds and top with the second half of the dough.
8. Preheat oven to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C) and bake cake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes. 
9. To make the glaze: Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla syrup. Whisk well.
10. After baking, remove the cake from the baking pan and let cool for 20-30 minutes. 
11. Pour the glaze over the cake and set aside until completely cool.

Chef Recipe Tips:

• I recommend adding the flour to the egg-cream mixture in several stages so that it is easier to mix and the mixture is more homogeneous without lumps.
• Instead of vanilla extract, you can use 0,4 ounces (10 g) of vanilla sugar to make the glaze.

How to Store Sock it to Me Cake?

The cake will remain delicious for 3 to 4 days if covered with a cake stand dome or in an airtight container. If covered or in an airtight container and refrigerated, this cake will stay fresh for up to a week. Freezing will keep it fresh for several months.