FAQs
For any mix, you can replace some of the water or oil with buttermilk, half and half, or heavy cream to give your cake a moister and richer taste, said Rebekah Ziesmer, development chef at Conagra Brands.
How much does 1 kg cake mix make? ›
1kg Mix will approximately fill 8 inch (25.32cm) x 3 inch (7.62cm) round cake tin or 24 to 30 regular cupcakes. Directions: Mix cake mix, eggs and water on low for 1 minute.
Does box cake taste better with milk or water? ›
Most box cake recipes will tell you to add water to the mix. Instead, try adding milk using the same proportions. This will make the cake richer and creamier because it ups the fat content. You can even use buttermilk here for a pleasant tang.
What happens when you put heavy cream in cake mix? ›
Flavor-wise, the extra fat helps mute some of that telltale boxed mix flavor, while adding a dose of dairy goodness that reads on the palate as “almost butter.”
What happens if I use heavy whipping cream instead of milk in a cake? ›
Because heavy cream boasts a fat content of 36% to 40%, using a half cup of heavy cream mixed with a half cup of water will be your best bet for replacing one cup of milk. It will add a luscious creaminess to your recipe, without altering the final texture too much.
Is it cheaper to buy cake mix or make from scratch? ›
If healthfulness is a big factor in your cake consumption, this might be a winning argument for you for homemade over boxed mix. MAKE OR BUY? Honestly, we could go either way with this one. The box mix is about $1.50 cheaper and requires less effort, energy, and attention.
Is 1 kg cake enough for 10 people? ›
Top up a few grams & you could safely say a 1kg cake would suffice for 10 guests, keeping in mind the factors mentioned above.
Is 2 kg cake enough for how many? ›
As it would be 20gm approximately per person (average cupcake weighs that much only) to consume which is literally more than enough for a person ,considering there would be other dishes to serve the guests too. How much kg of cake is enough for 250 guests? As per general rule 1 kg cake is sufficient for 15 - 20 people.
How many cups of batter does 1 cake mix make? ›
One standard boxed cake mix makes approximately 4 to 6 cups of cake batter. Sold at grocery and superstores, cake mixes are available in a variety of flavors. Most 2-inch deep cake pans require only one box of mix.
How much cake batter for a 9x13 pan? ›
9×13 inch pan holds 14-16 cups of batter, essentially the same as 2 9×2-inch round pans.
To make batter for 6- and 8-inch pans, in large bowl, beat 2 boxes cake mix, 2 1/2 cups water, 2/3 cup oil and 6 egg whites with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread 2 1/4 cups batter in 6-inch pan and 4 1/4 cups batter in 8-inch pan.
How do you make a box cake moist and dense? ›
Boxed cake mixes tend to be lighter in consistency, but if you're craving that thicker, moister, denser cake, then all you have to do is add an extra egg to your mix. The additional fat in the egg yolk helps create a more tender and moist cake that is full of flavor.
What does adding flour to a box cake mix do? ›
On their own, boxed cake mixes have a structure that's loose and airy. But if you add ¼ cup flour or half a box of instant pudding mix, the texture of the cake becomes denser and tighter, ideal for a pound-cake-like consistency that will hold the shape of a Bundt pan.
How do you add flavor to plain cake? ›
There are countless ways you can flavor a cake, depending on what mood you're in. When you've mixed your cake batter, you can add an extract like vanilla, almond, maple, or butterscotch. You can also mix in fresh ingredients like nuts, dried fruit, orange zest, and chocolate pieces.
Can I replace oil with melted butter in cake mix? ›
It couldn't be easier to substitute butter for oil using a 1:1 ratio. This should work with olive, canola, vegetable, and coconut oils. Simply melt and cool the butter to room temperature, then continue with your recipe. (If the recipe calls for ½ cup oil, use ½ cup melted and cooled butter.)