Cake mix is a wonderful thing. Although somewould argue that "from scratch" is always better,

you can also create scrumptious indulgences withpre-packaged cake mixes like Betty Crocker and

White Wings. On the box are alwayssomekeyword and recipes to modify any mix. You

can also get creative and experiment with yourown inspirations.

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Pre-packaged cake mixes can be used for somekeyword simply by baking incup cake tins with paper or foil liners Layer cakes, bundt cakes, oblong,square, or moulded pans of any shape can all be used by following packagedirections for different baking times Some cake mixes come with directionson the box to make sandwich cookies from the mix using frosting as filling These cookies have a cake-like texture and are quite delicious

Basic carrot cake mixes generally include directions on the box for addingcarrots, pineapple, nuts, and coconut Any yellow or butter cake can betransformed into a pineapple upside-down cake when you arrange pineappleslices, cherries, butter, and brown sugar on the bottom of a 13 x 9' pan andthen cover with mix After baking and cooling, invert the pan on a platter andremove the cake Easy baking tips include adding unusual extracts to a cakemix

Amaretto, almond, anise, or coconut essence gives a new twist to white cakes Mocha, hazelnut, or maple add depth to chocolate cakes and cup cakerecipes Butter cakes take on new expression with banana, eggnog, lemon, orpineapple flavouring Use your imagination! Another way to create withsomekeyword is to add extras like chocolate chips or chopped nuts

On the cake mix box is a toll-free number to call if you have questions Callthe number for recipe modifications Generally when adding something likechocolate chips, you'll need to adjust the amount of water

The experts on the hot line will be happy to give you www.ediapercakes.comspecifics Create a yummy confection when you bake a cake mix in two 9'round pans After cooling, use a bread knife to slice the rounds into four layers

Prepare flavoured instant pudding like pistachio as a filling, spread betweenlayers, then frost top and sides Chill until serving Try this easy butter cakerecipe for a simple and crowd-pleasing treat: Combine 1 box yellow or buttercake mix, 1 egg, 1 stick melted butter and spread in lightly greased 13 x 9' pan

Beat 8 oz soft cream cheese until smooth, add 1 stick melted butter, 1 tsp vanilla, and 2 eggs

Beat until smooth Add one 16 oz box powdered sugar, mix well, and spreadon top of cake batter

Bake at 350 degrees for 40 - 50 minutes The middle will be soft Don't overbake!

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