How to Make a Box Cake Mix taste homemade! ~ Game changing Box Cake Mix hacks ~

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  • @MansaQueen
    @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +621

    Thanks for stopping by, am grateful to have you here and I hope you stick around. Checkout my other box cake hack videos here:
    Red velvet cake with homemade frosting: th-cam.com/video/jM06C28Tm1I/w-d-xo.html
    Carrot cake with homemade frosting: th-cam.com/video/yEbWOxdkny0/w-d-xo.html
    Chocolate cake with homemade frosting : th-cam.com/video/rWv7W8uVhCs/w-d-xo.html
    Lemon cake: th-cam.com/video/ubPZMxidhcQ/w-d-xo.html
    Pineapple coconut cake: th-cam.com/video/W_TSx3_TGBA/w-d-xo.html
    My viral jiffy cornbread hack th-cam.com/video/8HQBABb6Jkg/w-d-xo.html

    • @jesuschild2218
      @jesuschild2218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      #Mansa Queen New to the channel 8-9-21 @ 11:35 pm in Florida I'm make this tomorrow if Lord will

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@jesuschild2218 welcome onboard 🥰

    • @jesuschild2218
      @jesuschild2218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@MansaQueen i made this cake like I said I was but I made it's 2 layers cake with butter cream frosting and girl u mean moist in Soft and good it's was and everyone's talk about it Thank u for your Recipes bring more dessert recipes my family Loves my sweets L.o.l so thanks again 8-11-21 I made it and almost gone by 2 slice Left L.o.l

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jesuschild2218 Yaay! Am so glad you nailed it as well. Thanks for sharing 🥰

    • @tinafrazier5802
      @tinafrazier5802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I just found your channel and I love it. U are an awesome cook and if u had a restaurant I would eat there every day ❤ 💙 💜

  • @dglorious1269
    @dglorious1269 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    And one of the best tips that my dear grandmother taught me that really works! Is to let your eggs sit out on the counter for a few minutes before mixing up the batter. It makes the cake rise up higher family! 👍🏽🥰

    • @dianemilligan3839
      @dianemilligan3839 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That’s true about using room-temperature eggs when baking.

    • @summerslotus1109
      @summerslotus1109 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      So TRUEEEEEEE. Mine are sitting out right now...

    • @belitalia59
      @belitalia59 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So true..makes a big difference..eggs are better to put in cake at room temperature!

    • @maggie19ful
      @maggie19ful 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You always use room temp eggs when baking not cold

  • @l.victoriathomas8427
    @l.victoriathomas8427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +668

    Her 5 TIPS:
    1) EGGS: Use 4 eggs instead of 3 eggs
    2) VEGETABLE OIL: Replace the vegetable oil with butter; use 2/3 c melted, unsalted butter
    3) WATER: Ditch the water; use 1 cup of buttermilk
    4) PUDDING MIX: add 1 pack of Jello Pudding Mix; use flavors that compliment each other
    5) VANILLA: use pure vanilla; 1 teaspoon of vanilla (or 1/2 t vanilla and 1/2 t lemon)
    Bake 350 degrees
    36 minutes or until toothpick is inserted and clean

    • @brendachalk1392
      @brendachalk1392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Going to try this 🌹🌹🌹🌹thank you

    • @denagustafson6070
      @denagustafson6070 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Thank you for typing out the recipe. I used half milk and half sour cream. The hacks in this video are very helpful! Tasted so much like homemade!

    • @perniciathames9467
      @perniciathames9467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@denagustafson6070 Thanks for the sour cream tip. Going to try this recipe for sure and will do the milk and sour cream hack, sounds like a good hack especially if you don't have buttermilk only whole milk.

    • @Proverbspsalms
      @Proverbspsalms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      By the time you go
      Through all of that, you could make the whole cake from scratch.

    • @neetoyaw.d9830
      @neetoyaw.d9830 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Proverbspsalms 🤗

  • @DidiUncut
    @DidiUncut 3 ปีที่แล้ว +581

    I don't know which one I enjoyed more?? Your voice or the learning how to bake the French perfectly moist cake🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️I can listen to you talk all day long👌

  • @shellythomas6465
    @shellythomas6465 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Hi, Queen. I made your cake today (11/20/2022) and I must say that it is everything you said it would be--rich, creamy, delicious. My family loved it! The only problem was it went too quickly! Thanx for those tips because they worked perfectly. I will never make a box cake following the box directions ever again!! I would recommend any bakers in the comments to make this cake if you haven't already. It's absolutely delicious!!

  • @faithfultochrist
    @faithfultochrist 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    This was the best cake I've made in ages. My husband and I just finished eating this cake recipe, I made this afternoon and it's a BIG WOW.😮... my difference was I only had a white cake mix and box of banana pudding mix. I picked up buttermilk with my groceries today. I even had 4 oz of cream cheese and I softened and added 1 cup of confectioners sugar, 1/4 tsp vanilla flavoring, 1 Tablespoon of milk. Then I poured over my Bundt cake, to drizzle down the side. Now my husband really isn't a cake fan, but boy the comments he gave and raved over how soft and moist this cake is. He really wanted to get another piece, but I had to hurry and put the cake away.
    Dear Sister......I'll rave over this recipe forever. And I love to bake. I can only imagine what combination I will use for Christmas....May you be blessed.

  • @catrina7083
    @catrina7083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +319

    If you're a "crust girl", instead if buttering and flouring the pan, butter then sprinkle pan with SUGAR. Comes out crispy. Works well on banana, zucchini, etc breads too. When I made this, topped it with warmed blueberry preserves. Goes good with lemon.

    • @daintyme24
      @daintyme24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Cathy!!!!!💕💕💕💕💕

    • @IAmJustR
      @IAmJustR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      major plot twist🥰🥰🥰

    • @kanzeedavis7829
      @kanzeedavis7829 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes. I thought about using powered Suger instead of flour😌

    • @daniellerhodes5599
      @daniellerhodes5599 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sounds Amazing for Sure Ms Cathy

    • @VanessaDHazzard
      @VanessaDHazzard ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh you just did something here!!!!!

  • @pamwasham2152
    @pamwasham2152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +331

    Thank you so much for doing this video! My grandmother and I used to make box cakes just this way. She died in 2009 and it’s been hard for me to bake without her because it feels sad. Watching this made me want to make a cake and celebrate all the other times I made box cakes this way with my grandmother. Thank you so much! I love the way you describe what you’re doing. I am blind and I appreciate it when people actually describe everything they do not just part of what they do. Love, Pam

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Thank you so much Ms Pam. This warms my heart honestly. I appreciate your time and feedback, have fun baking!

    • @hayjud4062
      @hayjud4062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm really sorry about your Mom passing and I feel the same as you when I make one of my Mom's recipes. She passed away unexpectedly five years ago coming back from a routine doctor's appointment, she had turned 80 a few weeks earlier. My life was changed forever in so many ways. My blessings to you and your loved ones and great health and happiness in the horizon 💝👐🌈

    • @katiepop3442
      @katiepop3442 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Embrace what she taught you and use it for good...Im the polar opposite when I start missing my nana I get in the kitchen and whip up some of her famous dishes And share them with friends and family...My uncles be so happy...Its a wonderful way to honor her memory...Hope this help💗💗💗💗💗

    • @tama3442
      @tama3442 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from the wrath of GOD which is spending an eternity in hell❗️
      *What is the Gospel?*
      The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ.
      Ephesians 2:8-9
      For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
      Romans 10:9
      9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
      JESUS CHRIST can come anytime!
      Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS

    • @Forhergood1856
      @Forhergood1856 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good for you. GOD bless 🙏🏾 I bake with my granddaughter 😊💞

  • @corethabonner4543
    @corethabonner4543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    I made this cake yesterday! Lady, if I tell you this is THE BEST Cake I’ve ever had! Omg! Thank you so much, I’m going to get me another piece 🤤😃😋

    • @tama3442
      @tama3442 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from the wrath of GOD which is spending an eternity in hell❗️
      *What is the Gospel?*
      The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ.
      Ephesians 2:8-9
      For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
      Romans 10:9
      9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
      JESUS CHRIST can come anytime!
      Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS

    • @libbyhicks7549
      @libbyhicks7549 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@tama3442 Why you always gotta bring up 'hell' when we are here trying to enjoy some cake? Please people, have some respect.

    • @mikaylalindsay6028
      @mikaylalindsay6028 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Libby Hicks it’s just a bot. religious types of comments that look like this don’t acknowledge what video they’re on; they just spam everywhere they can

    • @karmelsugar
      @karmelsugar 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@libbyhicks7549 Because if you wind up in Hell there will be NO CAKE there!!!

  • @leapintothewild
    @leapintothewild ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I'm a scratch cook, but EVERYONE needs a quick cake sometimes! 🙂 I've tried the mayo thing (too greasy) and the sour cream thing (too tangy), but THIS is the way to do it. And the older I get, the less my sweet tooth wants icing, so it's wonderful to be able to have a quick, moist, delicious cake good enough to stand alone. Thanks!! (and as a former software and sewing teacher, absolutely love your presentation style)

  • @jessicatrombley8185
    @jessicatrombley8185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I think that a lemon glaze drizzled on top would make it even better! It looks delicious 🤤 😋 !

  • @sylviaperez6871
    @sylviaperez6871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Since I had tried your cornbread recipe, I decided to also try your French vanilla cake recipe. Wow, I can testify that there are huge differences from the box instructions versus yours. May the LORD Jesus bless you for sharing these excellent tips.(Numbers 6:24-26)

  • @DadasFoodCraveKitchen
    @DadasFoodCraveKitchen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Exactly.... i never use water when making box cake. I always use whole milk and melted butter instead of using oil and ofcourse eggs, and it takes it to a whole other level, but i never add vanilla i will try that next time. Looks yummy. I can enjoy it with my hot tea ☕. Tfs

    • @marycooper6188
      @marycooper6188 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      In my experience the vanilla masks the distinctive box cake taste.

    • @chrissanders6819
      @chrissanders6819 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If u use milk instead of water do.u use the same measurements as box cake says and on the butter also

    • @marycooper6188
      @marycooper6188 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrissanders6819 yes, same amount of milk as water.

  • @susankuppe105
    @susankuppe105 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Girl you are a Queen! If I had read a recipe that added all the things you put into that box cake i would have said that won't work. Well I would be wrong because that cake was mouth watering to look at. I am definitely going to check out more of your videos.
    I have made box cakes all my life just the way they told me to. I'm 66 and not too old to learn something new. God bless you.

  • @profe3330
    @profe3330 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Other than the pudding mix, which I've never tried, I can recommend all these tricks! Extra eggs, butter, vanilla, milk . . . Totally works, every single time. 👍

  • @lindafeliciano5615
    @lindafeliciano5615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    I always like to put a special touch and make recipes "semi-homemade" but when I tried this one... well this definitely turned into Jesus cake. I only swapped the suggested buttermilk to heavy cream cause it was all I had and worked wonders. So spongy and moist. This is a must keep recipe/hack. 💯 😋 Blessings!

    • @tama3442
      @tama3442 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from the wrath of GOD which is spending an eternity in hell❗️
      *What is the Gospel?*
      The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ.
      Ephesians 2:8-9
      For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
      Romans 10:9
      9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
      JESUS CHRIST can come anytime!
      Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS

    • @BeautyfulEYEkandy
      @BeautyfulEYEkandy ปีที่แล้ว

      Def will try the HWC the first go around as well. Thanks for the tip.

    • @altheab.8907
      @altheab.8907 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you don’t have buttermilk, put a teaspoon of vinegar or lemon juice in milk and it will sour it…aka buttermilk.

  • @CamirrasKitchen
    @CamirrasKitchen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    YAS SIS! I be doctoring up a cake mix in a minute! And if you do it right, ppl really can't tell that its from a box. Sometimes we don't have that time with our busy lives. Actually you are right about the bakery thing. quite a few of them use a high quality box mix to get consistant results. The key is that folks better not doctor up that box cake and then add a box frosting 😭 that would be tragic haha

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You know that box frosting is annoying especially on a box cake 😂. My thick is to use a homemade frosting too. Thanks for watching sissy 🥰

    • @cleopatra658
      @cleopatra658 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Even if I use a box cake mix without enhancing it, I still use homemade frosting ... usually buttercream!

    • @bernyedixon2689
      @bernyedixon2689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My Mom used to use the term “ doctoring” all the time. Brought back good memories. Thank You

  • @linedanzer4302
    @linedanzer4302 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have been *doctoring* box cake (for cupcakes only - still make all of my cakes from scratch) for about 15 years. A professional baker shared this "secret" with me and I've done it ever since.

  • @DM-sv2ei
    @DM-sv2ei 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I know this video is old, but I have to say thank you!
    You had me in stitches at the beginning and end of this video when you said, "Don't tell anybody!" Then you invited us to take some. I thought that was the bomb!!!!!

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      🤣🤣 thank you so much

  • @Getrealpeeps
    @Getrealpeeps ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This looks like a 7UP cake I used to bake from scratch, VERY GOOD!!!

  • @deborahrigby5428
    @deborahrigby5428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My mom always replaced the vegetable oil with butter on her pineapple cakes-people always thought it was homemade-yes milk instead of water too, and she used the pure vanilla/lemon sometimes the one from Mexico! A friend would travel there and would go there and bring her pure vanilla and voila! I started using the pudding mix and it made an even bigger difference-thank you sooo much for sharing❤️❣️🎈🥰🎊🎉

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mmm the real stuff. Thanks for watching

    • @leapintothewild
      @leapintothewild ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I ran out of my last bottle of Mexican vanilla and now I make my own -- it's better!!! Use a sterilized pint canning jar with lid, add 5-6 sliced/scraped vanilla beans, add vodka to 1/2" from the top, and close with a sterilized lid or a flat and ring. You're not trying to seal the jar like canning, so it can be a used flat or lid but be sure to sterilize with boiling water. Label with the date, put in a dark pantry or cabinet, and leave for 2-6 months, shaking every now and then. I buy a dozen vanilla beans on amazon for about $10, and always found them to be fresh - probably because they sell so much. Anyway, it is AMAZING -- and will run you about $10 for an entire pint !!! I've also made a batch with orange vodka, just like a creamsicle. 🙂 You can also use rum or experiment with other alcohols. And if you remember to make them in the summer, you'll have glorious gifts for your baking friends at Christmas!

  • @BBell-qt1lr
    @BBell-qt1lr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I have used the baking hacks you shared when making a red velvet cake (for Christmas) and everyone raved about the cake asking if I made it from scratch. Well, yes I did! The hacks make a huge difference in a cake mix! Thanks!

    • @c.k.7533
      @c.k.7533 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ B. Bell it would have been full scratch if you had only used sugar and flour:-). It also would not have had all those extra chemicals. Having said that, I'm still going to try this cake in just a few minutes😂. Looks yummy🎂

  • @melindasadiki1445
    @melindasadiki1445 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    We made this last night 6.18.3022 for father's day today ...OH MY GOODNESS! This is the absolute best cake. So far we love your cornbread recipe and now this. I can't wait to find more of your recipes.

    • @connieedwards8321
      @connieedwards8321 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi. What size box of pudding mix did you use?

    • @melindasadiki1445
      @melindasadiki1445 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@connieedwards8321 single serve size. I'm making a strawberry one this week but I don't have strawberry flavored pudding so I'm using the French vanilla

    • @connieedwards8321
      @connieedwards8321 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@melindasadiki1445 Thank you!

  • @genia.bprettysavage2127
    @genia.bprettysavage2127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I made this and I must say it was the best cake I’ve ever made!! Didn’t even taste like a box cake thank you so much ❣️

  • @franceswilliams2305
    @franceswilliams2305 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This sister knows how to cook a cake. Every time I follow her recipe it comes out perfect!!! Thank you GOD BLESS.

  • @janespeach9366
    @janespeach9366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Yes Ma'am, say No more. After your cornbread recipe😋, I'm on it! I shall give you my review directly, thanks much for This🖐🏾.

  • @michelebradley7813
    @michelebradley7813 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I wish I had a slice of that Pound cake right now❣😋
    I do all of the tips you gave (+):
    * I use Coffee from the AM instead of water when making a Chocolate cake.
    * I use V.A.L. - Vanilla/ Almond/Lemon flavoring for all cakes (except Chocolate )😉❣

  • @alphonso26
    @alphonso26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I have watched this video atleast 6 Times now and since then I was determined to make it and I did it came out exactly the way in your video it came right out the pan I never made a cake with no hiccups this perfect before and it’s absolutely devine I went ahead and made a butter cream icing to go with it . Thanks so much for this wonder box cake hack I will never use water and oil in my cakes again.😋😋😋

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow am so happy to hear that! It is indeed a keeper. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us! I bet that icing made it even better! 🥰

    • @bernicepjohnson6072
      @bernicepjohnson6072 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This recipe
      Makes it to
      Make more
      Than one a
      Time.
      So kind of
      You to share.
      BPJ
      😏

  • @elainahazelton7396
    @elainahazelton7396 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love this! We are often shamed for not baking from scratch but sometimes life is just too much and we need a short cut but not from flavor! I bought a cookbook that is just about boxed cake mix recipes. None of those recipes look as yummy as this!!

    • @tama3442
      @tama3442 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from the wrath of GOD which is spending an eternity in hell❗️
      *What is the Gospel?*
      The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ.
      Ephesians 2:8-9
      For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
      Romans 10:9
      9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
      JESUS CHRIST can come anytime!
      Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS

  • @marshahovenesian8142
    @marshahovenesian8142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    One of my favorite boxed cake mixes is the Duncan Hines butter cake mix. Haven't made it in a long time but it was wonderful. Extremely moist and buttery!

    • @duchessbritton7124
      @duchessbritton7124 ปีที่แล้ว

      So these ingredients work with the DH butter recipe mix?

    • @arlettacaruso4209
      @arlettacaruso4209 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They stopped selling Duncan Hines at my local supermarket and dollar store. I notice a lot of brands are disappearing. DH butter was my favorite too.

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@arlettacaruso4209 Pillsbury and Betty Croker still make that variety; maybe not as fine as what you want but " hack em up " and they MIGHT PASS!

  • @379val
    @379val 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Mansa Queen, Your presentation and lovely voice was just perfect. I loved the tips. A lot of my Betty Crocker baking recipes have cross outs where I made substitutions. That pudding mix is a trick my Navy buddy showed me years ago he used for his box chocolate cake. I can tell when squeezed your cake how moist it came out. I am going to try this one and share it my friends. Thank you 😊

  • @deanakeith818
    @deanakeith818 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Gently bump sides of mixing bowl several several times while cake batter is still in the bowl this will help trapped air bottles come to the top surface so it will have less air bottles in the cake once it done ..just a good tip

    • @denisehodges9587
      @denisehodges9587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Or better yet once in the cake pan just lift it up and drop same thing only thinner batter.

    • @379val
      @379val 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Once I pour my batter in the pan, I whack the sides. I saw someone do this and copied. , Thanks I never knew why.

  • @robicarm
    @robicarm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Looks really scrumptious 😋. Have you tried adding a teaspoon or two of sugar to the flour you coat the pan with, it will give a slight more crust like your expect from a homemade cake.

    • @twebster179
      @twebster179 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i haven't but l like to sprinkle light brown sugar on the top and it does that. Yum!

  • @hectorramos2686
    @hectorramos2686 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My my my, I'm so glad I was able to watch you make this french vanilla box cake. I followed your instructions and
    I'm so impressed. My wife hardly ever eats cake, but she loved it and so did the rest of the family, because it did not last .it was gone before I got seconds.
    Thank you. ❤

  • @GummyBearWA
    @GummyBearWA ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The original recipe for box cake mixes was with milk and butter, it changed in the 80s. My favorite is to fold in a prepared package of Dream Whip to this recipe!! It makes 3 big layers that are so moist and fluffy.

    • @dema493
      @dema493 ปีที่แล้ว

      That Dream Whip works wonders too!

  • @stephaniedavis1593
    @stephaniedavis1593 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hi to my new best friend! I made the French Vanilla cake with French Vanilla instant pudding and regular milk. I didn’t have butter milk. It was so delicious and did not need frosting. I’m going to try the chocolate one next. I needed some new recipes bad. Thank you so much!!♥️

    • @audreyorgan3821
      @audreyorgan3821 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Add a tablespoon white vinegar to milk and let sit a few minutes. Makes buttermilk for your cake enjoy

  • @mollymcgregor6379
    @mollymcgregor6379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Oh my gosh Mansa Queen, 🥰 thank you for upping my game again with these tips! That looks SO good! Have a wonderful rest of the week!

  • @joycestyleofcooking
    @joycestyleofcooking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I like the Duncan Hines brand. I love their brownie mix. The chewy fudge

    • @selenabostick5844
      @selenabostick5844 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yesss. I made a killing in high school baking 4 boxes each morning

    • @hunniedtea
      @hunniedtea 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's my fav

    • @anaburuca8684
      @anaburuca8684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@selenabostick5844 could you please share your recipe for those brownies

    • @selenabostick5844
      @selenabostick5844 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anaburuca8684 it’s not really a recipe. I used 2 Duncan Hines brownie boxes with one pouch of instant jello. I added a little more oil to account for the jello. The secret is putting them in the oven at a super low temperature and using the toothpick method to make sure it’s done.

    • @lenorasmith2720
      @lenorasmith2720 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Use vanilla bean instead of extract,use the pudding to coat bottom of pan.

  • @valeriewhite5959
    @valeriewhite5959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made the cake tonight with Duncan Hines classic yellow cake, to that I added lemon extract, lemon instant pudding and vanilla extract. Sister girl it is delicious . A surprise for my husband I can’t wait for him to taste it. The cake reminds me of my mother- in-laws lemon pound cake. We lost her 10 years ago. She would be proud.
    I live in a very high attitude I added 2 Tablespoons of flour. I don’t think that hurt anything.
    I going to try them all. Thank you for sharing

  • @Cocoatreat
    @Cocoatreat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thanks for the lovely recipe! I grew up with a mom from the country who made most things from scratch! When she did use a box recipe, it was always Duncan Hines….so thats what i always buy! The cake looks wonderful. My mother left me her special pound cake recipe for me to use….(I LOVED her cakes) but i have not been able to make the cake since she died in 2009. I think its time! Thanks for the inspiration!

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow am glad to inspire you! Am sure you’ll have fun making mom’s recipes 🙏🏾

    • @feliciabrunson3428
      @feliciabrunson3428 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Karen H ❤️🙏🏽

  • @shrierobinson6741
    @shrierobinson6741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Mansa, I used this recipe yesterday to bake a cake for my friend and her family. She texted me back the same day commenting they really enjoyed it and they had a hard time not eating it all that day. Thanks I will be using this as my go to cake
    Keep up the good work. Ohhh, I will be trying your other cake recipes.

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww thanks for sharing 🥰

  • @hayjud4062
    @hayjud4062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It looks perfectly done and delicious. My Mom used to make wedding and birthday cakes for a living... She was a great cook and her cakes were beautiful and tasty too 😋 I learned from her but I was really good baking and decorating cookies and cake muffins 😍 Now, my RA, vision and Parkinson get in my way of doing things, especially baking 🤗 So, like you, I've learned how to bring in the box and bump it up to the next level 😁😋😇
    Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks and you've got another subscriber on your channel 🙋👩‍🍳 Blessings from the Universe and may the Lord keep you and your loved ones safe from this vicious COVID-19 👐🕊

  • @valoriephilip7785
    @valoriephilip7785 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally, I don’t know what they did to Duncan Hines cake mix from years ago, but thank God you showed them the way they should give you a contract and a sign on bonus

  • @christopherfountain7129
    @christopherfountain7129 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to do this for wedding cakes. I just tried the new Duncan Hines Dolly Parton coconut cake using coconut pudding, didn't have buttermilk so I used 1/2 milk 1/2 sour ream and a couple of tbs extra butter. The batter was thick smooth and creamy. Cake is very much like pound cake. This cake is a keeper.

  • @AgingGracefully
    @AgingGracefully 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I am making this for sure for Easter. I’m going to fill the center with fresh berries. Thank you. Love your videos, but I love how inspired I get from watching and hearing the friendliness from your voice.

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes that sounds great ma’am! Thanks for watching 🥰 appreciate it

    • @nolamachin2141
      @nolamachin2141 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No veo ninguna repuesta en español tendría más audiencia ese key se ve exquisito. Pero no entendí nada. Una lastima

    • @nolamachin2141
      @nolamachin2141 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Miami fl

  • @blaqfish
    @blaqfish 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You're a very good teacher. I've never baked a cake in my life but I think I will try. Thank you!

  • @ChiMercyNewsTv
    @ChiMercyNewsTv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Look at hos moist the cake is, I really love the colour

  • @margiewin3460
    @margiewin3460 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made this cake my family loved it ❤ making it again thank you massage queen👍🏼🎉🥰

  • @henriettadixon3222
    @henriettadixon3222 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love Duncan Hines French Vanilla cake mix and I used to make pound cakes with it all the time, I didn’t change from the oil I just added a little bit more, but I did add an extra egg and I also ditched the water for nectar, preferably mango or apricot, and sometimes I added different extracts such as lemon or almond etc in addition to my vanilla of course. No one new that those cakes were not made totally from scratch. 😊

  • @jackiewalters6507
    @jackiewalters6507 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Just saw this on Friday and I made it Christmas day. It was amazing for a quickie cake and is now all gone. I will be doing this all the time from now on. LOVE 💕 you for this. THANKS AGAIN FROM MY SON, GRANDSON AND ME!!!

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re welcome and happy holidays 🎄

  • @lisahill6817
    @lisahill6817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thanks for the tips. Sometimes I’m just too tired to make a cake from scratch but I still want that taste. I’ve used Duncan Hines brand several times but sometimes I can tell the difference. The cake comes out delicious but I can tell just a little bit that it’s not from scratch. But with these tips I believe I can change that. The cake looks wonderful.

  • @bombero3368
    @bombero3368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Starting to see a consistent theme - seems that buttermilk is a key ingredient in transforming a recipe!

    • @teresaaverett8824
      @teresaaverett8824 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Red Velvet, German Chocolate and pound cakes

    • @zasamani2486
      @zasamani2486 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Butter

    • @jordanbonspille8322
      @jordanbonspille8322 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you dont have buttermilk can you use cooking cream

    • @PrettyPearl14
      @PrettyPearl14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Can I use whole milk if I don’t have buttermilk

    • @janicescott7338
      @janicescott7338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Buttermilk is the key to all “scratch” cakes!

  • @gerolynlovings5124
    @gerolynlovings5124 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I baked it and used whole milk instead of buttermilk. I also used 1 stick of butter because that's all I had at the moment. Honey...when I say that this hack was a complete success. I mean it. It was soooo moist and delicious 😋

  • @Dawncochraneking
    @Dawncochraneking หลายเดือนก่อน

    Until seeing your video, I only made homemade cakes. I’ve made this box cake recipe 3 times now and each one was delicious! Thank you, Mansa Queen!

  • @Neckky
    @Neckky 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hey Miss Mansa! Loved your community post recently. I appreciate your positive vibe!

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh thank you so much! We all need some kind of positive affirmation from time to time ❤️

  • @janbazar
    @janbazar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    That cake has my mouth watering and I can’t wait to make it. Thank you!

  • @agnescleary2312
    @agnescleary2312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've made something similar, but never thought of swapping the water for buttermilk. Great idea! Can't wait to try that. Thank you for sharing your upcycled box cake recipe!

  • @jeanat-chan6414
    @jeanat-chan6414 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just Fabulous !! Ummm great !!!

  • @pattymc4243
    @pattymc4243 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I made this cake and it was ABSOLUTELY delicious!! It will forever be in my recipe book. Thank you dearly for sharing!!❤

  • @divinecomedy0
    @divinecomedy0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That cake looks stunningly beautiful. Will definitely try this. Love your enthusiasm and clear instructions. 👏🏼

  • @deborahpetipas9365
    @deborahpetipas9365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Perfect. What wonderful set up tips. Upping my game!

  • @patsybrown9832
    @patsybrown9832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you I’m making this cake today , I knew it was a way to make a box cake taste like it was made from scratch I love a good moist cake. Thanks again you made it look so easy !!!

  • @booboofry9698
    @booboofry9698 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made the box cake yesterday...we loved it. ❤😮

  • @keepingupwithmarsha5155
    @keepingupwithmarsha5155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad I found this channel! Who’s ready to try this besides me

  • @pmmenne
    @pmmenne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Love, love love this recipe!! Perfect every time! Your videos are well paced, filled with the right info, tips and tricks! Keep the videos coming! 👏🏼

    • @tama3442
      @tama3442 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have faith in JESUS CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR for HE SAVES from the wrath of GOD which is spending an eternity in hell❗️
      *What is the Gospel?*
      The true gospel is the good news that God saves sinners. Man is by nature sinful and separated from God with no hope of remedying that situation. But God, by His power, provided the means of man’s redemption in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Savior, Jesus Christ.
      Ephesians 2:8-9
      For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of GOD, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
      Romans 10:9
      9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
      JESUS CHRIST can come anytime!
      Just Believe ❤️ Love you and GOD BLESS

    • @lissettemorales6953
      @lissettemorales6953 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very true.The truth shall set you free.

  • @natashaboyd2584
    @natashaboyd2584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I made this for my husband and three boys, they LOVED it...
    I enjoy watching your videos Mansa Queen. Keep baking and keep posting!!!❤

  • @deepetracco328
    @deepetracco328 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just took it out of the oven . It smells so good can't wait to try it.

  • @janicebyrd3286
    @janicebyrd3286 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I tried your recipe and .y husband thought that I bought it from the bakery. This is the best cake that I have ever eaten. Now, he wants one twice a week. Thank you so much.

  • @thegiftlady1
    @thegiftlady1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made this last week and it was excellent! Stayed fresh for a week wrapped in clear wrap!

  • @southern9016
    @southern9016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    What a brilliant idea for boxed cakes! Your voice is so lovely and that cake looks so delicious! Definitely subscribing now!

  • @ablckdiamd1
    @ablckdiamd1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I made this cake today and my family "Loved" it. Nice ,and moist! Thank you for this recipe!

  • @fpkwck
    @fpkwck 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love your voice - so friendly - thank you for sharing your special tips. You make everything simple and easy. God bless you.

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much 🥰

  • @aundreasmith4472
    @aundreasmith4472 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’ve always used a pudding mix with my cake recipe. Also. Milk, eggs, vanilla essence, from the Caribbean, the best. Your recipe is great also. I will try the buttermilk recipe. Thank you so very much.

  • @margaretdell25
    @margaretdell25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been creating cakes like this for ages.....just this week I added chocolate milk to my batter.
    Amazing.

  • @annettejackson4533
    @annettejackson4533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank You For getting me ready for the Holidays Baking!! You made hope come alive again with my baking!!! 🙏💝🤗

  • @pamelareed3383
    @pamelareed3383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thank you so much for the recipe! I just placed my cake in the oven, the only differences are that, I used lemon cake mix & lemon pudding, and I did not have buttermilk, however, I replaced it with 1 cup of 7up. I’m hoping that it still turns out to be delicious!🤗👍🏽

    • @deanellscott2094
      @deanellscott2094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      How did it turn out? I may try 7up...

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 ปีที่แล้ว

      They even sell little bundt cakes at Walmart made with 7UP and Orange Crush, so it should have turned out good. Last Christmas I think they had some Red Velvet with either Coke or Dr Pepper as a Base. Not sure because I'm allergic to all those Dark Soda Pops.

  • @sweethenrietta66
    @sweethenrietta66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yes Ma’am I do the same thing when I need a cake in a hurry. Continued Blessings.

    • @MansaQueen
      @MansaQueen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup! Its always handy to have around 🥰

  • @gail4101
    @gail4101 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi lovie! I haven’t made many cakes lately because our social gatherings are so limited but maybe one just for me🥴…when I was a kid and one of five hungry kids, we always made cookies, cakes, et. We never had buttermilk because it cost more but my mother always had us mix 3/4th cup of mike with 1/4 cup of vinegar. It did the job every time! By the way, I agree with another viewer, you do have a lovey voice and a feel good laugh😘

  • @deniseravizza861
    @deniseravizza861 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for someone like me who fails miserably each time thank you first time I didn’t fail Bless you

  • @grazzhopper79
    @grazzhopper79 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just made your pistaschio cake. It was a slam dunk! I tweaked it a bit per my kids' taste. For the heavy whipping cream in the wet mixture, I did 3/4 cup cream with the additional 1/4 being hazelnut coffee creamer. To amp up the nuttiness. And instead of lemon extract, I used almond extract. Got my lemon from the lemon zest, and a tablespoon of the juice. Which seemed to electrify the tang of the buttermilk. It was loved! Thank you, Miss Mansa 💜

    • @lindahelm6574
      @lindahelm6574 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My mother always added both lemon and vanilla extract to her pound cakes. It really enhanced the flavor. She was quite a cook just like you.

  • @beverlyharward9631
    @beverlyharward9631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm so happy to see you using Duncan Hines cake mix!!! When I use a box mix, it's always Duncan Hines. I think DH is more moist than BC. Great video.

  • @pinty56
    @pinty56 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    That cake looks divine!! I'm going to bake it today. love your step by step instructions. thank you ⚘

  • @fayerandle4972
    @fayerandle4972 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your recipe I will try to get myself and I'm going to sell your recipe cake to others to buy my cakes
    God bless your hands 🙏🙏

  • @weewee1948
    @weewee1948 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    First tried your tips last December and it was a hit! My famliy thought it was a scratch cake. Made it again today and it taste even better! It goes quickly so I may have to start making two! Thank you for the tips and keep the videos coming 😊

  • @bela516
    @bela516 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve been using these tricks for a while and it definitely makes a huge difference!!

  • @Mutaleskitchen
    @Mutaleskitchen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This cake looks so moist and fluffy. So delicious

  • @lolaemmanueltv9330
    @lolaemmanueltv9330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Oh my goodness I can imagine how super delicious and yummy this cake will be. I love how you explained everything you really did well sis the cake colour is so enticing and looks super moist ❤️🎂😋🍰

  • @Lakelandcowboy69
    @Lakelandcowboy69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that cake mixes are less in volume by 3-4 oz yet the price did not reduce..I use these cake box hacks and add 1 cup of flour to really make a full size cake. With all these other adjustments to the mix it works great . I like big thick full size cakes .

  • @mesagirl224
    @mesagirl224 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This cake hack makes a box cake taste homemade! This is my go to for a quick desert cake recipe. Everyone loved it. Thank you Mansa Queen 😊❤

  • @covacoppler8843
    @covacoppler8843 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your cake looked beautiful. I can taste it already. Thank you for showing me this recipe.

  • @alexandriahalford
    @alexandriahalford 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Also if you want to make your own buttermilk you can use 2 cups of whole milk and 2 1/2 tbs of Lemon juice and let it sit for 10-15 minutes

  • @anntsa1
    @anntsa1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing! So helpful for us who don’t bake!

  • @deehawkins
    @deehawkins ปีที่แล้ว

    I never thought I can get a cake right til, I came across you Mansa Queen 👸 you are the best. My husband couldn’t stop eating cake 🍰😂😂😂

  • @MrAlex326
    @MrAlex326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you thank you. I just made this cake following your recipe. Let me just say OMG this is the best most moist cake I've ever made or tasted. I can't get over it. Again thank you. I will be trying to make your other bake goods.

    • @bsolara
      @bsolara 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No buttermilk? Simply add a little vinegar or lemon juice (acidity) to curdle milk = buttermilk

  • @bethmaze1881
    @bethmaze1881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I’ve just discovered you on TH-cam! Totally following you from the first moment on. You make me feel so comfortable and confident to try making new foods in my kitchen. Thanks so much!

  • @angelapleasants8285
    @angelapleasants8285 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your cake looks deeeelicious!!! Now I can finally make it right. Thank you so much for your recipe!😁❣️

  • @amanecer4914
    @amanecer4914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did it, i never cooked a cake for people and you saved me. Came out yommmy yum.. sooooo good. Surprised my on mom.

  • @tanyajones5724
    @tanyajones5724 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I use this for all my cake know. Thank you Mansa!🎉❤

  • @UmotoLifestyle
    @UmotoLifestyle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This cake looks delicious for sure definitely going to bake this one no. Great sharing 👏

  • @gmyemmy
    @gmyemmy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ms. Mansa, I just made this and it is delicious. The recipe was so easy to follow and my cake was very pretty and moist. I always have a hard time getting my cake out of the pan. I followed your instructions to the letter and the cake just slid out the pan. I will be making this on a regular. Thank you😊.