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The Ultimate Box Cake Hack
A rich and moist upgrade to standard boxed yellow cake by substituting water with milk, oil with butter, and adding an extra egg for a homemade taste.
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Ingredients
- 1 Yellow Cake Mix (Super Moist, Moist Supreme, or Butter Recipe variety)
- 4 Eggs (Large)
- 1 stick Butter (Melted; replaces the oil called for on the box)
- 1 cup Milk (Replaces the water called for on the box)
- Vanilla Extract (A little extra for flavor)
- 1 container Hershey's Chocolate Icing (Or preferred frosting)
Steps
- 1
Preheat your oven to 315°F (157°C).
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, add the yellow cake mix.
- 3
Add 4 eggs to the bowl.
- 4
Pour in 1 stick of melted butter.
- 5
Add 1 cup of milk.
- 6
Add a splash of extra vanilla extract.
- 7
Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- 8
Pour the batter into a 9x11 inch baking pan.
- 9
Bake for 36 to 37 minutes.
- 10
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool.
- 11
Open the container of chocolate icing and place it in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds until it reaches a pourable consistency.
- 12
Pour the warmed icing over the top of the cooled cake.
- 13
Use a knife to spread the icing evenly, making sure to reach the corners.
- 14
Let the icing set before serving.
Notes
The recipe suggests using a 9x11 pan instead of the standard 9x13 for a slightly thicker cake, which requires the longer baking time of 36-37 minutes at the lower temperature of 315°F.
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