Hornets Nest Cake — Baking & Desserts recipe

Hornets Nest Cake

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 348 kcal  · Baking & Desserts

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Bake this irresistible Hornets Nest Cake at home. Made with vanilla pudding, yellow cake mix, butterscotch morsels and nuts. Easy step-by-step instructi…

This Hornets Nest Cake relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as small pkg. vanilla pudding, box yellow cake mix, butterscotch morsels and chopped nuts. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 348 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

Whether you're rounding off a family dinner, bringing a treat to a gathering, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this Hornets Nest Cake delivers. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and add a scoop of ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream for an extra-special finish.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

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