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

Sink your fork into rich German chocolate pound cake with creamy canned frosting baked right inside. This easy twist on a classic pound cake delivers moist texture and gooey layers—perfect for dessert night or celebrations.

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! 

Wondering how many boxes of cake mix you’ll need for your recipe or celebration? This clear guide breaks down quantities by pan size and servings so you can plan with confidence and avoid kitchen guesswork. Here at Out of the Box Baking we focus a lot of boxed mixes. A simple box of cake mix …

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! 

If you’re looking for a rich, moist loaf of banana bread with the tartness of cranberries have I got a treat for you! This recipe is simple to make, loaded with texture and flavor, and made with a secret ingredient. . .mayonnaise! 

If you're looking for a simple base recipe for just about any kind of cookie, this is it! You can use this simple recipe as a foundation for literally any kind of cookie add-ins.

These simple pecan sandies are crisp, buttery, and filled with rich pecan flavor. A classic, not-too-sweet cookie that’s perfect for gifting or tea time.

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 didn’t get a workout! 

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. 

A cozy blend of apples, cinnamon, and snickerdoodle crumble—this easy dump cake is the perfect fall dessert for any gathering.

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!

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!

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!

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!

If you’re looking for an amazing cobbler-like banana cake, have I got a treat for you! This luscious banana bread dump cake is gooey-gooey, loaded with rich banana flavor, and simple to whip up!

If you love a rich chocolate cake with a hint of coffee flavor, this is the recipe for you! This is a simple recipe, perfect for a quick brunch or even as a dessert. 

If you’re in the mood for a delicious coffee cake rich with maple and walnut flavors, this is the recipe for you! This simple coffee cake is loaded with flavor, easy to serve, and simple to make. 

In this post I’m going to share my personal recipe for Butterfinger Cookies. They’re rich with peanut butter and chocolate lavor, loaded with texture, and simple to make! 

Learn how to make classic seven layer bars with simple ingredients. These easy magic bars are rich, chewy, and always a crowd favorite.

If you love all things Alice in Wonderland, do I have a treat for you! This quick post is going to give you information you'll need to create delicious and colorful cookies and cupcakes, perfect for a Wonderland party!

These delightful little sugar cookies are colorful, bright, and loaded with flavor. They are perfect for your Easter celebration, bright and festive.

They’re light, they're fluffy, and they’re packed full of lemony goodness. These little Lemon Pound Cake Cookies are delicious and incredibly easy to make! 

If you’re looking for a traditional King Cake recipe to serve on Mardi Gras, Epiphany, or any other time of year, I’ve got a treat for you. This is a delicious and festive cake, sure to delight your guests!

This is a delicious slice-and-bake cookie dough that can be made in advance and frozen. Just like those tubes of cookie dough you buy at the store, this one is convenient. But it's cheaper and healthier, too!

If you love the combination of chocolate and cherries, have I got a treat for you! In this post I'm going to show you how to make Double Dark Chocolate Cherry Cookies. You're going to love these easy cookies!

In this post I'm going to give you my recipe for Linzer cookies, those pretty little cookies with the heart-shaped cut-out.

If you want a simple but dramatic cupcake display this Valentine's Day I've got the perfect project for you! This simple cupcake design is going to make that special someone feel the love!

If you love the texture of a luscious pound cake but the light, bright flavors of citrus and berries, you're going to be crazy about this new recipe.

If you love the flavors of chocolate and cherries you're going to adore this easy Black Forest Bundt Cake. It's one of the simplest cakes you'll ever make and best of all it starts with a box of cake mix.

Learn how to make a heart-shaped cake without a special pan. This simple method is perfect for Valentine’s Day and special occasions.

They’re colorful, crunchy, and loaded with chocolatey flavor. Best of all, these delicious Valentine’s Day Cookie Bars are super easy to make. Talk about the perfect treat for your loved ones!  What is a Cookie Bar?  I confess, back when I was a young bride I was a pretty terrible cook. I couldn’t even seem …

If you love a tasty sugar cookie with an absolutely lovely Valentine's Day design, you've come to the right place! These delicious sugar cookies are tasty on their own, but with this beautiful design they're going to wow that special someone!

In this post I'm going to show you how to take leftover packets of instant oatmeal--in any flavor you happen to have on hand--and turn them into luscious muffins.

If you love the rich taste of banana and the crunch of walnuts or pecans, this is the recipe for you! This simple from-scratch banana nut muffin recipe is incredibly easy. It's also delicious and economical!

Jazz up a Boxed Cake Mix

If you love the cozy taste of a cup of hot chocolate but you’re in the mood for cookies, I’ve got the perfect treat for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make Hot Chocolate Cookies—perfect for any occasion!