Written by Sharvan Kumar
Adding canned pumpkin to your boxed cake mix can make it more moist and give it a rich, homemade flavor. Simply replace some of the liquid (like oil or water) in the recipe with canned pumpkin.
Swap the water or milk in your boxed cake mix with canned coconut milk. It adds a creamy texture and a subtle coconut flavor, making your cake taste more indulgent.
Blend canned fruit like peaches, pineapple, or cherries into the mix. The natural juices and sweetness from the fruit will enhance the flavor of your cake and add moisture.
Replace part of the water or milk in the recipe with sweetened condensed milk. This gives the cake a dense, moist texture and a creamy sweetness, making it taste like a homemade treat.
Canned applesauce is a great substitute for oils or butter in your cake mix. It adds moisture and a hint of apple flavor without compromising on texture, making your cake lighter.
Use canned evaporated milk instead of regular milk for a creamier and richer taste. It’ll give the cake a velvety texture and make it taste like it was made from scratch.
Adding canned coffee or espresso (like a ready-to-drink coffee beverage) to the cake mix gives it a deep, coffee-flavored richness. It pairs especially well with chocolate cake mixes.
From East West Hunt