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Copycat Duncan Hines Boxed Cake Mix Recipe

This recipe recreates the magic of your favorite boxed white cake mix, but with a homemade twist that's unbelievably better! Never fails, always fluffy, and incredibly versatile. Use it for birthdays, celebrations, or a simple weeknight treat. Add chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, or food coloring to customize your cake to perfection. Pastel-colored cakes with matching frosting are a showstopper! Get ready for rave reviews – this is *the* ultimate white cake recipe. **Important:** Do not omit the salt; it's crucial for texture. Butter-flavored Crisco is an acceptable substitute, but the taste will be slightly altered.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 254.6 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (14 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Copycat Duncan Hines Boxed Cake Mix

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How to Make Copycat Duncan Hines Boxed Cake Mix

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Position oven rack to the second-lowest position.
  2. Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, and 3 cups granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons almond extract.
  5. Beat on high speed for 5 minutes until light and airy.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 4 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 2 cups buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan before frosting and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

87g

Fat

12g

Carbs

12g

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