Homemade-Tasting Box Cake Using Simple Swaps Recipe
This simple recipe transforms any box cake mix into a richer, homemade-tasting dessert by substituting water with milk and oil with butter. The result is a moist, flavorful cake that tastes like it was made from scratch with minimal extra effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
- Total Time: 35-45 minutes
- Yield: 8-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor)
- Eggs (as per cake mix instructions)
- Milk (replace water amount specified on box)
- Butter (replace oil amount specified on box, melted)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: Preheat your oven as directed on the cake mix box. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, milk, and melted butter. Use the same quantity of milk as the box specifies for water, and replace the oil quantity with an equal amount of melted butter.
- Mix Ingredients Thoroughly: Beat the mixture with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fully combined. This step ensures that the batter is airy and free of lumps, leading to a lighter cake texture.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased baking pan. Place it in the oven and bake according to the time and temperature specified on the cake mix package. Use a toothpick to test doneness— it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: After baking, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This allows the cake to set and makes it easier to frost or serve.
Notes
- Using milk instead of water adds extra richness and moisture to the cake.
- Butter replaces oil providing a deeper flavor and better texture.
- Ensure butter is melted but not hot when mixing to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
- You can use any flavor of boxed cake mix with this method.
- For even richer flavor, use whole milk or buttermilk as a substitute for water.
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