Everyone knows that you can use cake mix to make, well, a cake and cupcakes. But what you may not realize is how you can elevate plain old box cake mix or brownie mix and turn it into a delicious dessert that everyone will swear came from a bakery. Here are 9 easy recipes that will make you look like a kitchen and baking genius.
Yellow Cake Mix Banana Bread
Yellow Cake Mix Banana Bread keeps baking fun and simple. You just toss all the ingredients into your baking pan, give it a quick mix and let the oven handle the rest. It’s easy and the flavor is anything but ordinary.
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Red White and Blue Trifle
Red White and Blue Trifle dessert combines convenience with homemade charm. With boxed cake mix, fresh fruit and homemade whipped cream, it’s quick to assemble while still feeling special enough for any celebration.
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Cake Mix Maple Pecan Cupcakes
The Cake Mix Maple Pecan Cupcake recipe is a favorite because of the rich maple flavor and how easily it comes together. Using store-bought cake mix makes the process even easier.
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Red and Green Cake Mix Christmas Cookies
Red and Green Cake Mix Christmas Cookies are my go-to for holiday baking. Starting with a boxed cake mix makes them quick to whip up, and they still have the festive look of cookies that took hours to decorate.
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Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies
Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies use boxed cake mix as the base and are paired with cream cheese and butter for a rich texture. Adding Hershey chocolate kisses to the top makes them perfect for holiday cookie swaps.
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Christmas Cookies with MMs
Christmas Cookies with M&Ms are versatile and fun to make. These ones feature festive colors, but you can easily switch them up for any season or use leftover candy from Halloween for a creative twist.
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Honey Bun Recipe with Yellow Cake Mix
Honey Bun Cake is a holiday classic for a reason. Made with a yellow cake mix, it’s surprisingly simple. However, as a holiday or anytime dessert, it is a standout with its rich flavor and moist texture.
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Pink Snowballs
Pink Snowball Brownies bring childhood nostalgia with a fun twist. Starting with a boxed brownie cake mix, they turn into a playful, homemade version of the classic Hostess snack we all remember.
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How to Make Box Cake Mix Better
Boxed Cake Mix tricks let you create bakery-style desserts that are both easy and full of flavor. This method gives you the feel of a made-from-scratch treat without the extra effort.
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