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Make mini cakes for maximum satisfaction. Cake mix and ready-to-spread frosting make prep super easy.

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Mini Key Lime Cupcakes

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Looking for a delicious dessert using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix? Then check out these delicious bars topped with frosting and fresh berries. 

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Easy Berry Bars

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Rhubarb in your garden? Turn it and four other ingredients into a delicious warm-from-the-oven dessert.

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Five-Ingredient Rhubarb Squares

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Homemade lemon bars from a mix? Incredibly good!

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Lemon Cheesecake Bars

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Everyone loves cupcakes, and no one can resist pineapple upside-down cake. We've found a way to bring these favorites together in Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes. By using a Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix, you get a head start on creating incredibly delicious and&nbsp;homemade cupcakes&nbsp;without the fuss. Each bite delivers a delightful combination of sweet fruit and tender cake, making it a memorable treat for kids and adults alike. Say goodbye to slicing and serving—these individual desserts are as convenient as they are delicious.

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Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes

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Treat your guests with these mouth-watering cream cheese cake candies made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix– a refrigerated dessert.

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Cream Cheese Cake Bites

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Belly up to the ice cream bar for these fun layered cake and ice cream shots made with Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake, strawberry ice cream, Oreo™ cookies and whipped topping.

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Cake and Ice Cream Shots

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Craving&nbsp;easy chocolate chip cookies&nbsp;but short on time? Discover the ultimate&nbsp;baking hack&nbsp;with our&nbsp;Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe! Transform Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Cake Mix&nbsp;into irresistibly&nbsp;soft and chewy cookies&nbsp;with just a few ingredients. These&nbsp;quick cake mix cookies&nbsp;deliver that delicious,&nbsp;homemade cookie&nbsp;taste with minimal effort and even faster cleanup. With Betty, making&nbsp;simple chocolate chip cookies&nbsp;has never been easier or more delicious!

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Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Who says you can’t eat cake for breakfast? These birthday cake pancakes take two amazing sweets and turn them into one celebration-worthy treat that you can enjoy any time of the day. The secret to these soft and pillowy beauties? Combining Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix and Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix together to create an extra-fluffy pancake. Bright colored sprinkles and a homemade powdered sugar glaze are the icing on these festive cake batter pancakes!

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Cake Batter Pancakes

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A beloved classic hailing from St. Louis, Gooey Butter Cake isn't your average cake. It’s a heavenly creation featuring two distinct, sweet layers. It all starts with a firm, buttery, and slightly chewy crust made brilliantly simple with a box of Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix. Then comes the rich, velvety cream cheese filling that bakes into a sweet, gooey, custard-like layer.This incredibly easy Gooey Butter Cake recipe delivers that authentic, decadent experience without the fuss. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dessert, this recipe is guaranteed to have everyone asking for a second piece. Dust it with a generous snowfall of powdered sugar and get ready to fall in love.

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Gooey Butter Cake

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The sky's the limit as to what you can add to yellow cupcakes to enhance them! Try adding chocolate chips or your favorite nuts. Make it your way with the variation below.

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Recipe Variation
Mini Yellow Cupcakes: Place mini paper baking cup in each of 24 mini muffin cups. Make batter as directed in recipe. Fill each cup with about 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon batter or until about two-thirds full. (Cover and refrigerate remaining batter until ready to bake; cool pan 15 minutes before reusing.) Bake 17 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pans; place on cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter to make an additional 48 mini cupcakes. Frost with desired frosting. About 72 mini cupcakes.

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Yellow Cupcakes

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Calling all cake fanatics, we've rounded up our must-bake desserts using yellow cake mix just for you! Why? Well... we just like you like that... don't make this weird! From cakes to bake on busy days, to mouthwatering cakes you'll make for years to come, to hacks that can turn cake mix into your favorite cookies and brownies, we got you. Fair warning, we don't recommend reading through these recipes on an empty stomach. 

Now, let's dive into some yellow cake mix desserts!

34 delectable desserts made with yellow cake mix

34 Delectable Desserts Made with Yellow Cake Mix

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A treat for all chocolate lovers! Serve this delicious dessert made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ fudge cake mix and caramel candy.

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Milky Way® Poke Cake

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A simple and delicious scratch recipe for an all-time classic cake and frosting combo.

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Measure ingredients accurately, and add them in the order listed in the recipe to ensure success.

To remove cake from pan, insert knife between cake and pan, then slide around edge to loosen it. Place cooling rack upside down over cake. Turn upside down carefully so cake is on rack, and remove pan. Turn upside down onto another rack, turning cake right side up.

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Yellow Butter Cake with Chocolate Buttercream

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With its signature sprinkles and irresistible taste, it's no wonder we've found so many ways to impress using a box of Betty Crocker Rainbow Chip Cake Mix.

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8 Ways to Wow with Rainbow Chip Cake Mix

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There’s nothing more comforting than a slice of classic yellow layer cake with rich, homemade chocolate frosting. This easy recipe starts with a box of yellow cake mix, baked into fluffy layers that are the perfect canvas for a luscious chocolate buttercream. Topped with colorful sprinkles, it’s a timeless dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a party, or simply craving a nostalgic treat, this cake delivers all the flavor and joy of a true classic.

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This classic yellow layer cake with luscious chocolate frosting is soft, moist, and perfect for birthdays, parties, or any celebration.

Here’s a breakdown of the ingredients you’ll need.Yellow Cake Mix: Using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix guarantees soft, fluffy layers every time—perfect for building a classic two-tier cake without the fuss of baking from scratch.Eggs, Oil, and Water: The essentials called for on the box help create that tender crumb and moist texture everyone loves in a yellow cake.Powdered Sugar: This fine sugar is key to achieving a smooth, creamy frosting that spreads beautifully over each layer.Butter: Softened butter gives the frosting its rich, velvety base—bringing both flavor and structure to every bite.Vanilla: Just a splash balances the chocolate, enhancing the overall flavor with warm, sweet notes.Unsweetened Baking Chocolate: Melted and cooled, it delivers a deep, classic chocolate taste that perfectly complements the yellow cake.Milk: A few tablespoons bring the frosting together, adjusting it to that just-right spreadable consistency.Candy Sprinkles: A fun, colorful finishing touch—Betty Crocker™ sprinkles add instant celebration to your cake.

Recipe Ingredients

It takes just a couple of easy steps to create this impressive layer cake.<h3>1. Prepare the Pans</h3>Greasing only the bottoms of your cake pans keeps the batter rising evenly while ensuring easy release once baked. This small step makes a big difference in achieving level, fluffy layers.<h3>2. Mix and Bake</h3>Follow the directions on the yellow cake mix box to create a light, tender crumb. Baking in round pans gives you the classic two-layer look.<h3>3. Cool Completely</h3>Allowing the cakes to cool for at least an hour prevents the frosting from melting and sliding, which means a neat, bakery-style finish.<h3>4. Make the Frosting</h3>Combining powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla creates a smooth base. Stirring in melted chocolate brings deep cocoa richness, while just enough milk ensures spreadable perfection.<h3>5. Frost and Decorate</h3>Once layers are stacked and frosted, a sprinkle of colorful rainbow sprinkles instantly transforms your cake into a festive centerpiece.

How to Make Classic Yellow Layer Cake with Chocolate Frosting

If you are lucky enough to have leftover layer cake, here are some easy storage tips.<h3>Refrigerator</h3>Store leftover cake tighly covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. A cake dome or airtight container helps keep it moist. Let slices sit out for about 30 minutes before serving so the cake can return to its soft, tender texture.<h3>Freezer</h3>Wrap leftover slices tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place in a resealable freezer bag. Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature for a couple of hours before serving.

How to Store Classic Yellow Layer Cake with Chocolate Frosting

While we love this cake just how it is, there are many ways to add variety and make it your own.Flavor Swaps: Switch vanilla for almond extract in the frosting for a subtle nutty twist or stir in a little espresso powder to create a mocha-inspired finish.Frosting Fun: Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth or try a dash of peppermint extract during the holidays for a festive flavor boost.Mix-In Magic: Fold mini chocolate chips or rainbow sprinkles right into the batter for added texture and color—perfect for birthday celebrations.Topping Twist: Instead of sprinkles, top with shaved chocolate, toasted coconut, or chopped nuts for a custom finish that fits any occasion.

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