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Holiday Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)
If you're in the holiday spirit and want to bake a cake that reflects that, I've got a fun one for you! Best of all, this traditional Yule log cake starts with a simple cake mix.
Orange Cranberry Bread Pudding
If you love a luscious bread pudding but you’re also crazy about the mergence of orange and cranberry, have I got a treat for you! This delicious bread pudding is a breeze to make and so tasty you’ll make it...
How to Make Chocolate Coconut Balls (Simple No-Bake Recipe)
Sweet coconut filling dipped in rich chocolate—these easy coconut balls taste like your favorite candy bar but are simple to make at home.
It's the People, Not the Project
A new devotion from Out of the Box Baking
Homemade Pop Tarts (Pocket Pastries)
These Homemade Pop-Tarts are easy and fun, the perfect project to work on with the kids in your life. There's so versatile, too!
Southern Cornbread Made with Whipping Cream (Ultra Moist)
This Southern cornbread is made with whipping cream for an ultra-moist, tender texture. A simple twist that makes all the difference.
No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
If you’re in the mood for a quick, easy cookie—one loaded with oats, chocolate, and peanut butter—have I got the perfect no-bake recipe for you!
Traditional English Toffee (Buttercrunch Toffee)
Buttery, crunchy, and coated in chocolate and nuts—this traditional English toffee is a simple, irresistible holiday classic.
Brown Butter Banana Bread
If you love the texture and ease of a traditional banana bread but also love the warm, nutty flavor of brown butter, have I got a treat for you! This simple recipe adds rich spices and luscious browned butter for...
Easy Homemade Turtles Candy
Caramel, pecans, and chocolate combine in these easy no-bake turtles—simple to make, fun for kids, and perfect for gifting.
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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.
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