Recipes and Baking Tips by Janice Thompson

Lime in the Coconut Cupcakes from Out of the Box Baking.com

If you're in the mood for lime curd but don't have any on hand, don't fret! In this post I'm going to show you how to make a quick and inexpensive version, a "cheaters" lime curd, if you will.

If you’re a fan of pound cake, rich with coconut and pecans, but you don’t have the time to bake one from scratch, you’ve come to the right place. This bundt cake recipe will blow you away and it starts with a box of white cake mix. 

If you love the delicious flavor of German Chocolate and you also enjoy the texture of coconut and pecans, I’ve got a great recipe for you! These German Chocolate Brownies are absolutely delicious, and simple to make. That’s because they start with a box of cake mix! 

If you love the flavors of cocoa and cream cheese, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make delicious Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix! 

You don't want to spend all day in the kitchen baking when you could be having fun in the sun! In this post you'll discover 75 amazing and easy desserts, perfect for the summertime!

If you love a light, fluffy dessert, filled with fruity flavor, this ambrosia is perfect for you! Best of all, it comes together in minutes!

If you’re crazy about lemon and blueberry and you’re in the mood for a delicious and simple cookie, this is the post for you! This is one of the simplest recipes I’ve ever posted. Best of all, it starts with a doctored muffin mix!

If you love Italian Cream cake but you’re looking for something with more of a bar or cookie texture you’ve definitely come to the right place! This is one of my simplest (but tastiest) recipes yet. And it starts with canned frosting and a box of white cake mix! 

These Pineapple Right-Side Up Bars bring all the flavor of classic upside-down cake in an easy, no-flip bar—sweet, simple, and sunshine-bright.

If you love strawberries and chocolate together, I’ve got a treat for you! These simple cookies are packed full of flavor. And best of all, they start with a muffin mix!

Enjoy these 50 fabulous pie quotes to inspire you on your baking journey!

Everyone in the south knows what hummingbird cake is, but not everyone has the time or energy to bake one. With this easy recipe you’ll get all of those flavors without all of that work! 

If you love the combination of cherries and chocolate I’ve got an amazing and simple recipe for you! These delicious Black Forest Bars are quick and easy! Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix.

If you love the combination of flavors in a lemon blueberry breakfast cake but you’re looking for the ease of a bar, this is the recipe for you! These amazing lemon blueberry squares are packed with citrus and berry flavor and best of all, they start with a box of cake mix! 

If you love cheesecake and berries, but you're not keen on baking a cheesecake from scratch, I've got a terrific alternative for you. These bars have a luscious strawberry crust and a rich layer of cheesecake baked on top. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix.

These Pumpkin Spice Bars are soft, warmly spiced, and packed with real pumpkin—an easy, one-bowl recipe perfect for cozy fall days.

If you love the flavor of fresh peaches and caramel you will love this easy bundt cake! It comes together in minutes and starts with a box of cake mix. 

If you love the bright, fresh flavors of mandarin oranges and the light, fluffy texture of a yellow cake, then I’ve got the recipe for you. This traditional Mandarin Orange cake will give you flashbacks to the good old days. . .in all the best ways! 

If you love the warm rich flavors of butterscotch and toffee you’re going to adore this simple recipe. These delicious cookies are absolutely divine. Best of all, they start with a box of butter pecan cake mix.

If you’re in the mood for some tropical flavors in the ease of a bar, have I got a special treat for you! You’re going to adore this simple lemon coconut bar. Best of all, it starts with a box of cake mix! 

You love coffee. You love cheesecake. You want to merge those two flavors into one easy-to-eat bar. No worries! In this recipe you'll learn how to do just that!

If you love the softness of a delicious dark chocolate cake but the light fluffiness of a mousse, this is the recipe for you! This chocolate cake is covered in a cherry cheese mousse that’s guaranteed to make you swoon! 

If you love a rich fruity bar loaded with strawberry and lemon flavors, have I got a treat for you! These come together in minutes and they’re delicious. Best of all, they start with a simple box of cake mix! 

If you’re crazy about the combination of bananas, caramel, and pecans, but you don’t want to the hassle of making bananas foster from scratch, do I have a treat for you! These easy bars have all of those delicious flavors, but start with a box of cake mix! 

If you love German Chocolate cake but want it in cookie form, do I have a treat for you! You’ll love these sweeter-than-coconut sandwich cookies, stuffed with coconut pecan frosting!

If the idea of a creamsicle gives you flashbacks to your childhood (in a good way) this luscious dessert will certainly make you happy! These easy creamsicle bars have those same lovely flavors and they’re so simple to make because they start with a box of cake mix! 

If you love a light, fluffy summery pie, one that doesn’t require any baking at all, do I have a treat for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make a luscious no bake strawberry cheese pie, one sure to wow your guests. 

If you love a delicious German chocolate cake with coconut pecan frosting, have I got a treat for you! These bars come together quickly, taste amazing, and best of all. . .they start with a box of cake mix!

If you’re looking for a luscious strawberry dessert, one with a rich shortbread crust and crunchy crumble topping, have I got a treat for you! This recipe is simple and quick, but folks will think you slaved for hours! 

If you love the rich flavor of pecans but the ease or a simple cake mix, have I got a treat for you! This delicious and simple pound cake comes together in no time and has a secret ingredient in the batter: a can of coconut pecan frosting! 

These Easy Carrot Cake Bars start with a cake mix but taste like homemade—moist, spiced, and perfect for frosting, snacking, or sharing.

If you love a terrific German Chocolate cake but the idea of making one from scratch sounds overwhelming, do I have the perfect recipe for you! This Lucious bundt cake is loaded with all of the flavors of a traditional German Chocolate Cake, but made in a fraction of the time. It’s even got a secret ingredient in the batter. . .canned coconut pecan frosting! 

If you love the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate together in one luscious dessert, do I have a treat for you! This simple banana bread incorporates both of those wonderful treats. It’s like a Reese’s in banana bread form! 

This post will give you the formula you need to determine how many boxes of cake mix to purchase for your next project, large or small. Here at Out of the Box Baking we focus a lot of boxed mixes. A simple box of cake mix is useful for birthday cakes, wedding cakes, and all …

I don't know about you, but I love working with buttercream. And in this fun tutorial you'll get to step inside my cake decorating world for a few minutes to look at some of my favorite buttercream techniques. What Type of Buttercream Should I Use? This, my friends, is up to you! I usually start …

If you’re looking for a rich maple shortbread that’s flaky and delicious, have I got a treat for you! This recipe is so simple you don’t even need a mixer! 

Make rich, creamy fudge with just a can of frosting and chocolate chips! This no-bake treat is quick, customizable, and perfect for gifting or snacking.

These soft and chewy red velvet cookies are made from scratch — no cake mix! Full of rich cocoa flavor and perfect for holidays, gifting, or everyday baking.

If you love a rich chocolate and vanilla cake with some of the fluffiest frosting in town, this is the recipe for you! This came is from scratch but comes together as quickly as a boxed mix. And it has a secret ingredient. . .mayonnaise!