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Hosting a High Tea: Bringing British Elegance Stateside
Hosting a High Tea: Bringing British Elegance Stateside
25 Cakes with Crazy Names
Welcome to the whimsical world of baking, where creativity knows no bounds, especially when it comes to naming our cakes. From whimsical wonders to tongue-in-cheek creations, the world of cakes with funny names is as diverse as it is delicious.
Easy Carrot Cake Cookies (Doctored Cake Mix)
If you’re looking for a quick carrot cake fix, this is the recipe for you! This short & sweet cookie recipe comes together in minutes and starts with a box of cake mix.
Quick and Easy Butter Pecan Loaf
If you love a rich, buttery quick bread, coupled with pecans and a hint of coconut, this is the recipe for you! This short & sweet recipe comes together in no time and starts with a fun ingredient—coconut pecan frosting...
Elevate Your Baking Game: Tips and Tricks
Welcome, fellow baking enthusiasts! Are you ready to kick your sweet treats up a notch? If you've ever stared at a box of cake mix and thought, "I can do better than this," then you're in the right place. Welcome...
Almond Shortbread with Almond Glaze
If you love a lovely, buttery shortbread and you’re a fan of almond flavor, his is the recipe for you. These delicious almond shortbread cookies will be perfect for your next high tea or simply for an afternoon snack.
Mother's Day Baking Ideas
There's something undeniably special about the act of baking for Mom. From the heavenly aroma that fills the kitchen to the anticipation of her delighted smile, each step of the process is infused with love and care. This Mother's Day,...
Simple Banana Berry Bread with Mayonnaise
If you’re looking for the perfect loaf of banana bread, one rich with berry flavor, this is the recipe for you! There’s a surprise ingredient in this one. . .mayonnaise!
Simple Scottish Shortbread Cookies
If you’re looking for a lovely, quick shortbread, one packed with flavor, this is the recipe for you!
Easy Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
If you're looking for a luscious thumbprint cookie with gooey-gooey caramel, this is the recipe for you. This is such a simple and delicious recipe.

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.