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Easy Salt Water Taffy (KitchenAid Taffy)
If you love fresh saltwater taffy but hate the idea of all of that pulling and stretching, this is the recipe for you! This traditional taffy is pulled with the dough hook in your KitchenAid. No one will know you...
Fluffy Cranberry Almond Cookies
If you love a light, fluffy cookie rich with almond and cranberry flavors, this is the recipe for you! This simple recipe comes together in minutes but tastes like you’ve slaved for hours.
Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake
A cozy blend of apples, cinnamon, and snickerdoodle crumble—this easy dump cake is the perfect fall dessert for any gathering.
51 Great Quotes about Sugar
Enjoy this master list of quotes about sugar from Out of the Box Baking.com
25 Amazing Bread Recipes for 2025
If you’re looking for a 2024 master list of great breads, both sweet and savory, you’ve come to the right place! This post will link you to 24 breads you can proudly serve your family and guests.
Banana Blueberry Loaf (with Streusel Topping)
If you've looking for a terrific recipe to use up those over ripe bananas, I've got the perfect one for you! This banana loaf pairs blueberries and bananas and adds a simple streusel topping that's sure to please!
Lemon Lush (Lemon Oreo Dessert)
If you love the light, bright flavor of lemon in a rich trifle-like dessert you’re going to adore this lovely Lemon Oreo Lush. It’s simple to make and loaded with your favorite cookies—Oreos!
Easy Pecan Chewies
If you're looking for a crisp, chewy bar loaded with pecan flavor, you've come to the right place. These pecan chewies are absolutely delicious and so easy to make!
Traditional Blueberry Muffins
If you love the sweetness of blueberries and the rich hearty flavor of a sweet muffin, have I got a treat for you. These traditional Blueberry Muffins are loaded with flavor, have a crunch topping, and are easy to make!
Chocolate Chip Loaf Cake
If you love a luscious muffin-like cake but you’re also a fan of gooey chocolate chips, you’re going to love this simple recipe! This Chocolate Chip Loaf Cake is rich with flavor and super easy to make!

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.