20 Surprisingly Delicious Desserts You Can Make with Cake Mix
Think cake mix is only good for basic birthday cakes? Think again! This humble pantry staple is actually the secret weapon behind some of the easiest (and most unexpectedly delicious) desserts you’ll ever make.
From chewy cookies to decadent bars and even fluffy pancakes, cake mix can do it all with minimal effort. These creative recipes prove that a simple box of mix can go way beyond cake.
Rainbow (Light and Fruity) Jello Cake
Rainbow Cake is a vintage recipe that is a family favorite. Jello cakes are light, refreshing and not heavy. It is really quite an easy recipe, but takes a bit of time and patience. Mostly just waiting for the jello to harder in every layer.
Get The Recipe: Rainbow (Light and Fruity) Jello Cake.
Pina Colada Cupcakes
These super easy Pina Colada Cupcakes look so fun, and they’re so easy to make. Don’t let the kids see them. They’re made with rum, so eliminate it if you want a kid-friendly version.
Get The Recipe: Pina Colada Cupcakes.
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
Ice cream cone cupcakes combine the two delicious worlds of a fun ice cream cone and the deliciousness of a cupcake. This easy recipe uses a simple cake mix and a few other ingredients to create a treat that’s perfect for birthdays, parties, or any time you want to add a little fun to your dessert table.
Get The Recipe: Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes.
Tiramisu Cake
We’re giving classic Italian tiramisu a little American makeover. If you’re worried about raw eggs or not a fan of the boozy version, then you’re in the right place. Be ready to fall in love with the rich flavors of this espresso-soaked delight!
Get The Recipe: Tiramisu Cake.
Cherry Tres Leches Cake
With a Cherry Tres Leches Cake, you get all the wonderful flavor and nostalgia of Tres Leches Cake but you get the added refreshing taste of maraschino cherries.
Get The Recipe: Cherry Tres Leches Cake.
Baked Cake Mix Rainbow Donuts
These bright and colorful Baked Cake Mix Rainbow Donuts are sure to add some fun to any breakfast table or party! They are super cheerful and tasty, and surprisingly simple to make in less than 30 minutes. Plus, it’s easy to customize this baked donuts recipe with nearly any color and flavor combinations you like!
Get The Recipe: Baked Cake Mix Rainbow Doughnuts.
Lemon Brownies
With just 5 ingredients, you can make these Lemon Brownies in under 30 minutes! This simple dessert is loaded with a bright, fresh lemon flavor.
Get The Recipe: Lemon Brownies.
Mississippi Mud Brownies (with Brownie Mix)
These decadent, easy Mississippi Mud Brownies start with a brownie mix, topped with marshmallows, then drizzled with melted store bought canned chocolate frosting. Crazy, right? These are shortcut marshmallow brownies but they’re NOT short on ooey gooey fudgy goodness!
Get The Recipe: Mississippi Mud Brownies (with Brownie Mix).
Pumpkin Bread with Cake Mix
It’s easy to make Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Recipe! Packed with tons of chocolate chips, nuts and loads of pumpkin flavor. It’s super moist and easy to make because it all starts with a cake mix!
Get The Recipe: Pumpkin Bread with Cake Mix.
Strawberry Kiss Cake Mix Cookies
These fun, pink Strawberry Kiss Cake Mix Cookies are an easy treat, perfect for any occasion. With a box of cake mix and just a few simple ingredients, you can make these sparkly, easy cookies in no time.
Get The Recipe: Strawberry Kiss Cake Mix Cookies.
Muffin Mix Pancakes
These muffin mix pancakes are a game-changer for busy families. Imagine fluffy, delicious pancakes made with just three ingredients and ready in 15 minutes. This blueberry pancakes is a simple and satisfying way to start your day.
Get The Recipe: Muffin Mix Pancakes.
Cinnamon Cupcakes
This is the best Cinnamon Cupcakes recipe! Moist cinnamon roll cupcakes with cream cheese cinnamon cupcake frosting, dusted with a perfect cinnamon sugar topping! They’re an upgrade to a traditional vanilla cupcake and a MUST for cinnamon lovers!
Get The Recipe: Cinnamon Cupcakes.
Banana Pudding Poke Cake
Do you love banana pudding? If you answered yes, this cake is for you! The ultimate sweet treat, all the flavors of classic banana pudding, but in cake form!
Get The Recipe: Banana Pudding Poke Cake.
Strawberry Cream Crunch Cake
This Strawberry Cream Crunch Cake is a strawberry cake soaked with sweetened condensed milk after baking and topped with fresh sweet whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and crushed golden Oreos for crunch. This strawberry poke cake has it all!
Get The Recipe: Strawberry Cream Crunch Cake.
Orange Dreamsicle Cake
Remember those days when you waited for the ice cream man to come around? And when he did, there was this delicious Orange Dreamsicle that you bought, combining orange and cream? Well, this Orange Dreamsicle Cake has all the same flavors in one easy-to-make cake.
Get The Recipe: Orange Dreamsicle Cake.
Fruity Pebbles Cake Mix Cookies
This easy Fruity Pebbles Cookies Recipe is made with cereal, a box of cake mix, pudding mix and a few other simple ingredients. These super soft sweet treats are great for a school snack, a party dessert or even breakfast!
Get The Recipe: Fruity Pebbles Cake Mix Cookies.
Easy Five-Ingredient Butter Pecan Cookies
These Easy 5-Ingredient Butter Pecan Cake Mix Cookies are delicious, chewy, and insanely easy to make! Starting with a box of butter pecan cake mix, these buttery cookies are chewy and soft with the crunch of pecans and the creaminess of cream cheese frosting!
Get The Recipe: Easy Five-Ingredient Butter Pecan Cookies.
Cake Pops
Love to bake but don’t exactly want a whole cake? Simplify this dessert and make some cake pops with a box of cake mix instead! It’s really easy to learn how to make cake pops with cake mix. Just pick up a tasty box of mix from the baking aisle, grab a few extra ingredients if you don’t already have them on hand and you’re all set!
Get The Recipe: Cake Pops.
Peanut Butter Sheet Cake
This shortcut recipe for Peanut Butter Sheet Cake starts with a cake mix and tastes like a moist peanut butter brownie, topped with Peanut Butter Frosting and chopped peanuts. The easy icing is made in the microwave and has a fudgy texture without all the work!
Get The Recipe: Peanut Butter Sheet Cake.
Red Velvet Brownies with Cake Mix
Gorgeous chewy Red Velvet Brownies made with cake mix could not be more fun and delicious. Rich, decadent, & fudgy texture for a bite that is chocolate heaven. All of that yumminess from this super quick and easy recipe.
Get The Recipe: Red Velvet Brownies with Cake Mix.
