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Dolly Parton Banana Bread Cookies
Experience a sweet twist on a classic with these Dolly Parton Banana Bread Cookies. Soft, moist, and full of old-fashioned charm, they capture the comforting flavor of banana bread in a delightful cookie form. Perfect for a quick dessert, a...
Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies (Doctored Cake Mix)
Did you know that orange and chocolate were destined to go together? It’s true! And if you love that delectable mergence of flavors you’re going to flip over these simple orange chocolate chip cookies!
Dolly Parton Coconut Cookies with Lemon Glaze
If you love the bright flavors of coconut and lemon you’re going to flip over these cookies. They come together in minutes and start with a simple box of Dolly Parton cake mix.
Puff Pastry Cherry Pie
If you’re looking for the world’s simplest but most delicious cherry pie, you’ve certainly come to the right place. This recipe is easy and over-the-top scrumptious!
Simple Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
If you love those traditional Reese’s flavors—chocolate and peanut butter—you’re going to flip over this simple cookie recipe. It comes together in minutes and tastes like a warm-from-the-oven Reese’s peanut butter cup!
Orange Pinwheels (with puff pastry)
This might be one of the simplest recipes I've ever posted. If you love a crisp, light puff pastry with a hint of sweet orange flavor, you're going to adores these pinwheels!
Easy Cinnamon Apple Bundt Cake
If you love the flavors of cinnamon and apple, have I got a treat for you. This simple cake starts with a box of cake mix but certainly doesn’t end there!
Chocolate Cream Horns
If you love light, crisp cream horns but you’re in the mood for chocolate, this is the recipe for you! You’re going to flip over these simple chocolate cream horns!
King Ranch Chicken Rolls
If you're looking for an amazing appetizer to take to your next event, you've found it! These delicious King Ranch Chicken Rolls are simple, affordable, and delicious!
Sweet Potato Pocket Pies
If you're a fan of sweet potato pie but you love a light, crisp puff pastry, this is the recipe for you! These simple pocket pies come together so easily and they taste delicious!

About Janice
Let’s Step Out of the Box, Y’all!
If you love to bake and you’re looking for great hacks that start with a boxed mix, you’ve come to the right place! Out of the Box Baking is the brain-child of Janice Thompson (yours truly), an inspirational author of over 165 books and self-proclaimed cake and cookie expert.