How to Make Cake Mixes From Scratch and Variations - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to baking, there's nothing quite like the satisfaction of creating a delicious cake from scratch. However, sometimes our busy schedules don't allow for the luxury of spending hours in the kitchen. That's where cake mixes come in handy. They provide a convenient and quick way to whip up a cake without sacrificing taste or quality. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make cake mixes from scratch, as well as some creative variations to personalize your creations.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • For a Yellow Cake: Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add milk, eggs, and vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute, then on high for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl frequently. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    143 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 138mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 34mg

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