Description
Looking for the best easy yellow cake idea? This simple boxed mix hack is quick delicious and perfect for birthdays or parties! Use basic ingredients to transform store-bought mix into the best moist and fluffy cake great for easy desserts or weekend baking fun!
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl combine cake mix eggs sour cream milk oil and vanilla.
- Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between the pans and tap lightly to settle.
- Bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully.
- Frost as desired once completely cooled.
Notes
- Swap milk with buttermilk for extra flavor.
- Freeze cake layers before frosting for easier handling.
- Add mini chocolate chips or fruit for a twist.
- Use cupcakes liners for party-friendly portions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American