Boxed cake mix is a saving ingredient in the pantry. It can be used to make a cake or cupcakes per the package directions. But, it can also be used to create unique and tasty desserts. If you stocked up when they were on sale and are looking for something to make, try one of these 25 desserts that start with boxed cake mix. Nobody will guess your sweet treat started with a cake mix.
Ice Box Lemon Drop Cake
“My grandmother made a delicious, moist lemon cake like this from scratch years ago. It was my favorite. Now, with time as a rare ingredient in my kitchen, I use a box cake mix and add a few things of my own to make the same great taste my grandmother created.” – Jane
Watergate Cake With Pineapple
“I have been making a pistachio cake and Watergate salad for years. So I decided to combine the two. This is a super moist yet light cake that gets gobbled up every time I make it.” – Melissa
Dump Cake Surprise
“I have learned how to make a dump from the ideas of others. However, I like to tweak my bakes by substituting and adding a little more flavor. I bake this Dump Cake Surprise because I add two ingredients I have yet to hear anyone else add.” – Tenishia
Mom’s Gooey Butter Cake
“My mom made this for years and has shared the recipe with many people, including my aunt. She gave it to her children, who modified the recipe and have opened a Gooey Butter Cake Bakery!” – Shelly
Pina Colada Cake
“I have had several similar cakes in the past. But I think I’ve tweaked this one pretty well. My family thinks so! It’s light and refreshing, and it is better after a couple of days.” – Darlene
Pecan Pie Cake
“This is such an easy dessert.” – Betty
Lemon Breakfast Cake
“This is a moist, delicious cake that gets rave reviews everywhere I take it! I’ve been asked if there can be substitutions for the pudding flavor, and the answer is yes. You can substitute vanilla or lemon for the cheesecake pudding.” – Sylvia
Gooey Butter Cookies
“These cookies are so easy to make and everybody loves them. It’s fun to experiment with different cake flavors, too. We’ve made these with coconut cake mix and added coconut flakes as well.” – Vonna
Easy Peanut Butter Cake & Peanut Butter Frosting
“I made this in a pinch with ingredients I had sitting in the pantry. The cake is pretty darn tasty even without the frosting. My peanut butter-loving family says this is now their favorite dessert.” – Mary Ann
Fudge Brownie Cake
“I made this for our July 4th dinner. It was so yummy. One sister said to make a chocolate cake, one sister said fudge brownies. They had me so confused, so I made both, together.” – Kathy
Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls
“These cake mix cinnamon rolls are a foolproof way to make cinnamon rolls. These gooey rolls are packed with cinnamon filling and will be loved by all.” – Debbie
Dark & Milk Chocolate Brownie Layer Cake
“This cake is chewy and chocolaty and the brownie lovers in the family will be pleased as punch.” – Nancy
Lemony Lemon Cake
“This light and airy cake is delicious. Perfect dessert for your Easter meal. The lemony taste is refreshing and delightful. Your friends will be begging for this recipe.” – Patricia
Split Decision Double Dessert
“I like apple; my husband likes cherry. One of our children liked plain white cake; the other liked apple pie. One of our grandchildren doesn’t like nuts; another loves spices. You can’t please everyone with one dessert… or can you? That’s why I came up with Split Decision. It has something for everyone in our family.” – Janice
Cherry-Berry Cake
“Created by me when looking for a sweet surprise for my sweetheart on Valentine’s Day.” – Renae
Cream Cheese Cake Mix Cookies
“Oh my gosh, these are good and so easy. Use your imagination. I stumbled upon this recipe after realizing just how many cake mixes I had in my pantry. I love the flavor the cream cheese gives it. I’m a chocolate chip fiend, so I used a Duncan Hines French Vanilla cake mix and a small package of chocolate chips.” – Sherry
Hummingbird Cake
“I just love this cake recipe. I make it for Easter and Mother’s Day. My family loves it as well. It is simple, easy, and your family and friends will love it also.” – Tammy
Caramel Apple Pecan Dump Cake
“An easy to make, delicious cake that has only 4 ingredients. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.” – Anita
Chocolate Fudge Oreo Cake
“This is a recipe that I have worked with for a couple of months to get it as I wanted it. I must say, it was fun and yummy getting it right!” – Patti
Almond Joy Cake Mix Cookies
“I took a basic cake mix cookie recipe and made this one. The mix of the coconut cake mix, with Pina Colada drink mix, not to mention the Almond Joys. OMG… it is so good and easy!” – Kimi
Mama Seward’s Strawberry Cake Recipe
“I got this strawberry cake recipe from my daughter’s grandmother. It is absolutely incredible.” – Wanda
Apple Spice Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake
“I love a lot of swirl in my coffee cake, so I tested this one and it’s a keeper… This cake is moist, not like a bread.” – Mary
Gooey Peach Cake
“Easy to make and hard to leave alone. This was one of my experiments that worked out and my family gobbles it up!” – Jane
Turtle Cake
“We love this cake! It is so delicious, and it is even better when chilled overnight in the refrigerator. I made this year for my birthday and it was yummy!” – Charlotte
Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls
“I tried an easy pumpkin spice cake recipe and added cream cheese frosting to create a different kind of cake ball.” – Leah