Boxed Vanilla Cake Recipes
Boxed vanilla cake recipes offer convenience without compromising taste. These recipes typically involve combining boxed vanilla cake mix with eggs, oil, and water, then baking until fluffy and golden. With minimal effort, you can create delicious vanilla cakes perfect for any occasion, satisfying your sweet cravings effortlessly.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (one large, one small)
- Electric mixer (handheld or stand)
- Whisk
- Spatula
- 8-inch round cake pan (or two 6-inch pans)
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 box 15.25 oz vanilla cake mix (without pudding)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1/3 cup milk room temperature
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pan(s), or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Whisk the Dry Ingredients: In your large bowl, whisk together the cake mix, flour, sugar, and salt. This ensures everything is evenly distributed.
- Wet Ingredients Mingle: In your smaller bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Make sure the eggs are well-combined.
- Marry Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix on low speed with your electric mixer until just combined. Then, increase the speed to medium and beat for another minute. This adds air for a lighter crumb.
- Sour Cream Surprise: Add the sour cream (or yogurt) and mix until fully incorporated. Sour cream adds moisture and richness – a secret weapon for boxed cake magic!
- Bake It Up! Pour the batter evenly into your prepared pan(s). Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Completely: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This recipe is easily doubled if you need a larger cake. Just use two 8-inch cake pans or a 9×13 inch baking dish (adjust the baking time accordingly).