Delicious Doctored Cake Mix Recipe | Yellow Cake | Karolyn's Kakes

[@GrandMa-hm5mb]

Wow. Just WOW! I made a wedding cake today with this hack, and it was AWESOME! I cannot thank you enough! I used Betty Crocker French Vanilla and followed your steps exactly! What a lovely cake and the layers were sturdy enough for a tiered cake. I filled the layers with lemon curd and raspberry jam. Frosted with Swiss meringue buttercream. Amazing!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I love this!! Thank you for reaching out! Isn't it so good?! People really love the taste. I'm so glad you like it!

[@debbiethomas9991]

Yes

[@gemcisful]

Did you also use the wilton clear vanilla extract?

[@littlelady3895]

For anyone doubting this recipe, I just wanted to say, please give it a try. You definitely won't regret it. Also,as I do a lot of cakes, I buy sour cream by Daisy, in the 5lb or 3lb tubs, save these, as a 3lb tub will hold 1 batch of the buttercream frosting that Karolyn had as well. So I spend one day, baking cakes, and making frosting, and making fondant, that will last me a week or two, depends on how many cakes I have going out. I I can just spend the rest of my time on Decorations. Makes it so much easier as a home Baker.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Love youu!!!

[@kendrabarnett1066]

I’ve been searching for the perfect cake for two decades, and this is it!! It’s sturdy, it cuts great, is stacks great, it’s dense and moist and fluffy and also lighter in weight than other recipes, and this is a great channel

[@kendrabarnett1066]

I’ve learned so much here

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyyy! Thank you Kendra! I appreciate you :)

[@imhlau]

Just found your channel and am binge watching your videos. Omg I love you. You explain each step and have the best tips ever! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and talent with us all. I’m making this cake for sure!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Laurie! You’re welcome honey! ☺️🙌🏼

[@sarahboyd9096]

Made the yellow cake mix today, love it thank you Karolyn

[@KarolynsKakes]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you liked it!

[@lauraoliva85]

I just attempted this for the second time today, and despite still needing to work out the optimal amounts of batter for different size pans, the taste and texture were great! I’m experimenting using the Betty Crocker vanilla. Once I nail down how much to fill each size pan for my oven, I will do my vanilla cakes this way a lot of the time. It saves a ton on butter and a lot of time! Thank you so much for doing these awesome videos!

[@emmyguan]

I just tried this recipe hack and let me tell you, THIS IS AMAZING!!! This is definitely a step up from just a cake box mix itself. The cake held together way better than just the cake box mix. I also added instant pudding mix and it’s great too. I recommend this recipe. THANK YOU KAROLYN!! Update: My family just tried the cake and they can’t stop talking about how good it is. 😁

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yasssss!! Isn't it so good?! A lot of people have preconceived opinions about cake mix cakes but they change their minds once they try this because it really is so delicious!

[@gooey65]

This is a crowd pleaser. I guarantee. Thank you for sharing this. Your cakes are awesome.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you so much 😃 This is one of my favorite recipes!

[@charyd76]

Where have you been all my life!? I made this and it was SO good. You’re amazing girl! Thank you 😍

[@KarolynsKakes]

(Takes a bow) Yasssss!! 😂😂 You're welcome honey!

[@leahtartaglia9389]

Ok so I made these chocolate and vanilla omg it was a HIT!!!! thank you for this!!! It's gonna be my go to from now on!

[@semplegirl]

The tips and tricks are priceless thanks...

[@shoramobin6628]

I just tried this recipe and it was AMAZING! Thank you.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Shora Mobin yay!!! You’re welcome!!

[@lisae9498]

I just love your channel and your infectious smile and laughter! I’ve started using your Doctored cake mix and it is amazing! I’ve never made a 10” cake before and even with the nails in the center it took like 73 minutes and I could still see a few very small spots not completely done in the center! I baked at 325 should it have been a higher temp? Attempting my 1st wedding cake this week! 🤞

[@valerieg9494]

I made your cake for my husband's birthday. Had a little batter leftover so I made mini cupcakes. The cake is so delicious. My husband and family loved it. And your butter cream recipe is out of this world!! Thanks so much!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyyy!! I've been using these recipes for years, people really love the taste!

[@sndygskylr]

My scraper blade actually does not scrape very good; end up scraping by hand. I feel so lucky to have come across your videos. Thank you, thank you!❤️❤️❤️

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yeah scraper blades annoy me! I'd rather just do it by hand.

[@irispare]

Thank you beautiful cake, thank you for sharing.

[@kathleensalada1944]

Looks delicious

[@rosielangaigne8993]

yes my lady it is a great hack. I made a coconut sheet cake and it was wonderful you could not tell it was from box. thanks you.

[@KarolynsKakes]

It really tastes so good! I’m so glad you like it 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@tpetchinsky9708]

I tried with strawberry cake mix the betty crocker ones.really turned out great. Can't wait to watch your tips for icing, filling and decorating cakes.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Isn't it so good?! It's one of my favorite flavors that I offer! I have a video on how I do the strawberry flavor, it's amazing. :)

[@vee5314]

I usually add a lil cinnamon, essence and a pinch of nutmeg and it taste so good I have to try this also… Gosh you’re awesome . Thanks !!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Ummmm that sounds amazing!🙌🙌

[@rosemaryolavarria881]

After multiple failed attempts at making a vanilla cake from scratch, I found this video and OMG a million thank yous! It came out perfect. I’m going to stop being hard on myself about turning to box mix and enjoy the beauty of this delicious cake! Thanks again, love your videos

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yasssss!! Thank you Rosemary! And I LOVE doctored cake mix recipes. I find that my customers love the taste and texture. And I have no shame in it, they are delicious! I am open and honest with anyone who asks. I really don't think it's anything to feel bad about, especially when it tastes so good!

[@rosemaryolavarria881]

@@KarolynsKakes yes you really nailed it!! I found you by looking at your mini cake video. I struggled sooo bad with my first. Didn’t realize how much more difficult they are than bigger cakes! Hoping today is a better day, I’m taking all your tips! Question for you, I feel like my biggest downfall is wanting to do to much in one day. How many days ahead of time do you decorate a cake? I always feel like if I make it too far in advance it won’t taste “fresh”

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@rosemaryolavarria881 I feel like that is the biggest worry that people have. Believe it or not, I bake / freeze on Saturday, fill on Sunday, ice on Monday and decorate Tuesday - Friday for that weekend. And with my doctored mix recipes and how I store the cakes, I've rarely had anyone who had an issue with the texture. Freezing the cakes after you bake them really helps seal in the moisture. Icing the cakes before you refrigerate them helps prevent them from drying out. I've even had people keep the cakes in the refrigerator for another week for a postponed party and the cake was fine!

[@rosemaryolavarria881]

@@KarolynsKakes oh wow that’s awesome!! Ahh your such a life saver, thank you for all the advice!! Your hacks for the mini cake worked like a dream! Boosted my confidence For sure!! Thank you for what you do 💕💕

[@dulceb18]

I saw u didn’t add oil ??? Is that correct . I see the box requires oil . Do I leave that out ..

[@lisagarza3313]

So I tried this concoction to grease the pans!! It is amazing!! The cakes just popped right out!!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

It’s the best!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@kathleennelson6673]

Great tutorials…… even though I can’t make cakes far less decorate one! But I enjoy watching you work.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awww thank you! 🥰

[@amypournoury9790]

You’re so fun! I love watching your videos! I also learn so much!💞

[@KarolynsKakes]

Amy Pournoury thank you honey! 💜🎂

[@sndygskylr]

Never made a cake. I will now cause you taught me so well!!!!! (Make pound cakes all the time. Hubby is a creature of habit😋.) you are so cute and funny! Thanks

[@KarolynsKakes]

Sandy! Thank you for thinking I'm funny! 😂😂

[@selenathompson958]

Well I finally did it I need to tell you my cake was so sweet so moist and delicious 😋😋 thank you 👍

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyyyy!! So glad you liked it! ☺️🙌🏼

[@shayoncebrowne9956]

I tried the one with the rainbow jimmies and the pan release ...now im addicted to using them....thanks for sharing.....cakes slip right out the pan jus like you said.

[@juliehalfhill2057]

Omg I have Been struggling with vanilla cake getting the hight and moisture..I made this recipe today and they were amazing..thanks fir sharing..

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyy!! So happy it worked out for you!! 🙌🎉

[@olgagordon3003]

Hi karolyn ! I love your videos they are very helpful! Also I’m struggling with my cakes recipes from scratch, I don’t think people love them !!!… I’m going to start making your recipes ! Thank you so much

[@KarolynsKakes]

I was in the same boat so I switched to doctored mixes and people love the taste!!

[@camisewalls719]

Love your recipes and techniques can’t wait to try. Never seen recipe without oil. Lol eager to try !

[@KarolynsKakes]

Let me know how it works for you!

[@lisafreebairn7736]

Wow I want to try this. I have now made several cakes from scratch. I have followed directions to the letter and they come out denser than I would like. So this sounds like a fantastic way to get great results

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! What I didn't mention in this video is that after you add all of the ingredients, mix it on medium high (5-6 out of 10) for 90 sec to 2 minutes. The cake will bake much better when you beat the air into it!

[@emilyalaniz4375]

Hi karolyn, I made this recipe for my cupcakes, they were moist and Delicious ❣️❣️❣️ . Thank you for sharing this recipe!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Emily!! I'm so glad you like it, it's my fave! 🙌😊

[@juliehalfhill2057]

How did change time and temp for the cupcakes

[@fancyfingers101]

Girl let me tell you, I just did your recipe with a vanilla cake and it is absolutely delicious. I will be making my vanilla cakes with this recipe from now on. I just now made your red velvet recipe so can’t wait to taste that one. Thanks again

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyyy!! It really is so good and people love it!

[@barbararinker987]

Do you use whole eggs or just egg whites for the vanilla/white cake mix?

[@michellejones7230]

I just made two batches of this cake today. Both came out great. I used four eggs instead of three. I used cake batter extract and vanilla. I also have cream bouquet which I think is the same as your cake batter. It comes in similar bottle and 32oz. 😋.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yessss!! I never heard of cake batter extract! What brand is that?

[@gooey65]

Exactly, that cake batter extract makes my pound cakes yummy 😋

[@michellejones7230]

@@KarolynsKakes it is McCormick. It is delicious. I buy it at my local supermarket. I believe Walmart sells it as well. I also use clear vanilla from Mexico. It is organic. I have yet to try other brands of clear vanilla.

[@goingoutinstyle1317]

Thank you for sharing this recipe! Definitely going to give it a try! Love your videos!

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome, let me know how it goes!

[@yarelizdejesus2354]

I just found you and your truly blessed with so much talent! I love your work its clean and professional! Thanks for sharing your knowledge! May i ask for your chocolate cake recipe? Do you just use chocolate cake mix?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awwww you're welcome! And Yes! I basically do the same thing in this video except with chocolate mix. I prefer Betty Crocker Chocolate Fudge. :)

[@mariangies]

Hi karolyn, did you use all purpose flour? Just recently found your channel when I was looking for a barrel cake video. Your video was so helpful! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge on cake decorations and all your tips are amazing! Your Cake’s are absolutely gorgeous and I’m enjoying watching your videos. Thanks for being so amazing!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you honey! And, yes, this is all-purpose flour. Sorry I didn't mention that, I made this video years ago when I was first starting out LOL!

[@CHOCOLATINASKRISS]

🙋‍♀️ Hello. a quick question, this cake can be used to make tres leches, genovesa or simply for a nice decorated cake.

[@thirteenthursday5156]

You are literally glowing in this video! So beautiful 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you!😊

[@LaprimeradamaMW2]

Thank you, I am going to try it. How many cups made this recipe ?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I'm not exactly sure, I would estimate around 5 cups?

[@debtink5756]

Hi Karolyn just a quick question I wanna try this hack will this work for cupcakes as well as large cakes thanks in advance 🇦🇺

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I make cupcakes all the time. 1 batch yields 36-42 cupcakes. I bake them at 350 for 15-17 minutes.

[@dawnhanley9600]

Hi Karolyn. Love your videos and appreciate you and sharing your information. Did the double batch make the 2- 5 inch and 3- 7 inch cakes?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Dawn, yes it did!

[@smallcakedenhelder4370]

I love your channel, I would love to make this cake, but instead of sour cream and milk, could I add buttermilk, what would be the proportions? Thanks in advance ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

I've heard quite a few people say they substitute the whole milk with buttermilk (and still use the sour cream) with success!

[@shellyiviejensen9322]

Will this recipient work well with the Betty Crocker white cake mix?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! Here's how I make White Cake: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmWqaJmabNmkjLM

[@royalyakubu1948]

Hi will this recipe be stale for a 3 tier fondant cake. Pls? FIY I love ur videos! Very helpful!❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you! I frequently use this recipe for tiered fondant cakes and it holds up really well!

[@royalyakubu1948]

@@KarolynsKakes thank u for coming through always!! Love from Houston 🥰

[@angelled42]

Thank you so much

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome Angelle! Hope you love this recipe as much as I do!

[@ivonnematos87]

You are amazing!! Quick question: If I use a Red velvet cake mix and I want to add simple syrup, Should I use vanilla extract or red velvet extract? Thank you Karolyn! love your videos!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you Krystal! I have a red velvet recipe video on here. And when I make that, I put vanilla in the simple syrup.

[@ivonnematos87]

@@KarolynsKakes Excellent!! Thank you! :) :) :)

[@Ryeshia]

Hey Karolyn!! I'm loving your videos. Am I able to color this cake batter and get vibrant colors?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you! Since this is a yellow base, it isn't as vibrant as if you did it from a white base. But I have done it before!

[@Ryeshia]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you for your response. What would you recommend? I'm doing the purple and blue that's Frozen II themed.

[@denisemora3690]

Yes I tried this recipe. I got rave reviews. Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

Great to hear, it's one of my favorites!🙌

[@derail6969]

Let me tell you, this is my go too now, I've tried it and it's delicious

[@KarolynsKakes]

It really is so good!! I'm so glad you like it :)

[@justenoughsugarcakes3269]

Luv your wrk

[@KarolynsKakes]

justenoughsugar cakes you’re so sweet, thank you!

[@myram.8196]

Hi Karolyn! Thanks for this delicious recipe 😋 Question: Can I use heavy cream instead of milk? It won't ruin the cake? I love the taste of heavy cream, but I'm just starting to bake and I love it!!! Thanks a lot , God bless you 🙏

[@KarolynsKakes]

Heavy cream has a high fat content, which could make the cake too dense. Maybe try 3/4 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup water and see how that works? If you try a whole cup of heavy cream instead of the milk, please let me know how it goes!

[@melaninqueen787]

Can’t wait to try this recipe! How tall are your cake pans?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I bake in 2" high pans.

[@rubyisaacju]

LOL!! OMG you crack me up!! Thanks for sharing!!! 😁

[@KarolynsKakes]

c Arecibo this is what happen when you’re working alone all day 😂😂

[@rubyisaacju]

@@KarolynsKakes I know what you mean LOL! But hey, a new recipe and a good laughter is always appreciated! 😉

[@youdontsay3379]

Can I use a 9.5 bundt pan or large tube pan to make this cake? Thanx for your response

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes you can! You may have to reduce the temperature to 325F and bake for 50-60 minutes

[@sweetremission2658]

great tip keeping cookie sheets in the oven!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I'll never take them out! 😂

[@ressieosbourne6841]

Hello Karolyn. Girl! I'm going to try the lemon cake and the carrot cake. I do bake from scratch. However, there was a sale on the Duncan Hines Supreme Cake Mixes for .75. Yup, I enjoyed that sale. I came across your channel and thought I would give this a try with Duncan Hines. I like that you add the fats from sour cream and whole milk. So, here goes! Have you ever swapped out the whole milk for buttermilk? You Rock! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. If this works, I'll buy you 2 cups of ☕️! I will follow up.😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

Sour cream is acidic, and so is buttermilk. If your cake is too acidic, there may be issues with it browning correctly. If you swap the milk for buttermilk, please let me know how it turns out! Also, from my personal experience, whenever I bake with Duncan Heinz, a hard crust forms on the top. Not a big deal because I level it and don't use that part. But just wanted to make you aware that could happen. Let me know how it turns out!

[@ressieosbourne6841]

@Karolyns Kakes thank you for responding so quickly. I didn't know about that acid issue. I bought whole milk to be on the safe side. I normally use Duncan Hines for cake pops, so I'm excited to try this out. I'll keep you posted. 😊

[@leeanngoode846]

Thank you so much for sharing this! How would you modify the recipe for wedding cake flavor?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hey! For wedding flavor, I do this exact recipe, adding vanilla and also 1-3 Tablespoons of the wedding flavoring depending on how strong you want the flavor to be. It's so good!

[@leeanngoode846]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you SO much! I appreciate you bunches !

[@veronicastephens5408]

@@KarolynsKakes Hello? Where do you purchase wedding flavoring? Also, you use both the vanilla flavoring and wedding flavoring together? I'm the person who informed you about the tools at the dollar tree lol..Thank you in advance. 💜

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@veronicastephens5408 You can get the wedding flavor at B&B Cake Supplies / weddingbouquetflavor.com. And I don't usually add vanilla with it because the Wedding Flavoring is pretty strong on its own and I don't feel like it's necessary.🙂

[@denisemora3690]

Thanks making this tonight. 😄your funny👍🏽

[@KarolynsKakes]

LOL Thank you!! I hope you like it!

[@gemcisful]

How many 8 inch pans of your doctored recipe fit? I need to make 4 layers of 8 in. Im so excited to try this! Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

To make two 8" x 2" cakes, it requires 1 1/3 of the recipe. So to make four 8" x 2" cakes, I would use 2 2/3 recipe. I show in this video how to break down the recipe according to what size pan you're using so you don't waste a lot of batter! kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3yUoIaGfbeIqLM

[@gemcisful]

Thank you

[@bridgettchapman5020]

Do you use room temp eggs and sour cream?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Room temp eggs, but the sour cream is always cold. I prefer cold sour cream because it's thicker. Warm sour cream is runny!

[@deejake9805]

Can I use buttermilk have some to get rid of wanted to try it

[@KarolynsKakes]

It can be a little tricky because buttermilk and sour cream are both acidic. I would replace 1/2 cup of the whole milk with 1/2 cup of buttermilk and see how that turns out!

[@deejake9805]

@@KarolynsKakes I used it with 1/2 tsp of baking soda and wrapped and froze them still not hard frozen it bee two day and I made cup cakes and mini loafs gave those out and they came out very good I overbaked them a little but still not dry. I took photos do you have fbk or instagram I can load the pics

[@BetteAvila]

Do you have a doctored recipe for funfetti cake mix? Or would it be the same as this? I am going to attempt a bday cake for my four year old and your videos are definitely help build my confidence! 😁

[@KarolynsKakes]

That's my goal!! 💜🙏 I literally use this recipe and add 3/4 cup rainbow jimmies to the batter for confetti cake!

[@julhe8743]

Nice video you don’t use oil or butter???

[@KarolynsKakes]

Nope! Not needed with the addition of sour cream, which has a high fat content.

[@amitchell9820]

I noticed the fan running in the back of your oven. Do you use the speed bake feature or just the regular bake temperature feature?

[@KarolynsKakes]

It runs when it heats up but stops when it gets to the correct temperature. I don’t use the convection fan for baking these doctored mix cakes. I feel like they bake too fast and can dry out!

[@ambern8270]

Karolyn, I was watching Sharon Zambito doctored receipe. She uses also oil. What are your thoughts?

[@KarolynsKakes]

First off, I love Sharon! And you can add oil, I just have found that it isn't necessary. It's still moist without it. I'm not sure of her recipe, does she use the same ingredients or no?

[@ambern8270]

@@KarolynsKakes yes everything the same with the exception for the oil and the water instead of milk

[@MsAmelia1957]

Hi Karolyn can I use a cup of self raising flour, I've run out of plain flour, x

[@KarolynsKakes]

I never used self raising flour. But I’ve heard that it’s not a good substitute for all purpose flour. There could be too much raising agent in the cake and there would be a chance of it collapsing. If you try it with success, please let me know!

[@MsAmelia1957]

@@KarolynsKakes hi Karolyn, I used the self raising flour and it worked just the same as the plain flour, I was worried it would rise to much but it didn't, the sponges came out the same as they did with the all purpose flour, thank you for your help 👌😘😘

[@missmmb931]

Can I use yogurt instead of Sour Cream? This looks so delicious!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I believe whole milk greek yogurt would be a good substitute for sour cream!

[@missmmb931]

Karolyns Kakes Thank you so much ♥️

[@ForGoodnesSake]

@@KarolynsKakes oh that's good to know, I make my own yogurt. I'll have to give it a try.

[@jenniferrivera8627]

This recipe fills what size? Thanks for the tips.

[@KarolynsKakes]

I use 2" high pans. An I fill 3/4 of the way full. 1 recipe will fill up to an 10" pan. Or one 9" & one 4", or one 8" & one 5", or one 7" & one 6"/

[@RemiBeauty87]

@Karolyn’s Kakes Will the doctored cake batter do well with gel food coloring if one wanted to have different color cake layers? PS I LOVE this channel.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I have done it many times 😊

[@RemiBeauty87]

Thank you!!

[@jacquelinelopez8864]

👋🏼 hello I use Dunkin Heinz butter recipe could I still add my 7 table spoons butter to this recipe? Thank you 💗

[@KarolynsKakes]

I never have. But if I was going to, I would do 1/2 cup sour cream and the 7 TBSP butter instead of a whole cup of sour cream.

[@jacquelinelopez8864]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you so much! 💜

[@slipdisco]

Nice!

[@beegrand5252]

Hello, Thank you so much for posting this. I would like to ask you a question id possible. I would like to turn this into a coconut cake by using coconut coffee creamer instead of milk.Do you think that would be ok?

[@beegrand5252]

And I so sorry I forgot to ask should I shift the flour?

[@KarolynsKakes]

That sounds interesting! I don't see why there would be a problem with that as you can use creamer in place of milk. If you try it, let me know how it turns out! And I don't sift the flour, I just make sure I mix the flour before I scoop it. You can absolutely sift it if you prefer.

[@ariesfire8002]

Thank you so much for responding. I will let you know how it turns out.. Wish me luck..

[@lauradavis9931]

Just found your videos. I am newer to baking and love them. Thanks!!! 2 Question for my daughters bday cakes if you can. I want to try this box hack. I am making 6 layer rainbow cake and needing to use food color on each layer. First with white cake they say use egg whites. Do I need to alter the recipe? Also my practice cake straight box, the layers started to fall into each other. I quickly refrigerated and it helped. Will this cake hold up to so many layers. Thanks!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I always do rainbow cakes from this yellow cake. If you want more vibrant colors, you can do it from a white cake. I don't make white cake though, I just don't like how it turns out. When you say "practice cake straight box", do you mean that you made your practice cake using the box recipe, and not this doctored mix recipe? When I make rainbow layers, I make the layers thinner so it doesn't collapse!

[@lauradavis9931]

Thank you for the quick response!!! Yes. My practice cake was made from a box white mix. Called for egg whites on the box. I have not yet tried the hack but really want too. I didn’t realize I could rainbow layers with yellow cake. I will try it. Plan to measure layers this time to help with collapse. Thanks again!!

[@hamidehorra4849]

Karolyn you didn’t add any butter or oil. Does the sour cream replace those? Thanks for all your videos.

[@KarolynsKakes]

That’s correct! There’s fat in the sour cream and the milk so no need for butter or oil 😊

[@sarahboyd9096]

Would the double batch work well with 3 8" pans 2" deep

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I would make 2 batches of the batter to fill three 8x2 pans 😊

[@shirleylewis3490]

I’ve just found you on KZbin and you have some awesome tips. Quick question though, I live in Australia and I’d like to know what alternative there is for crisco? Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hey! I have actually heard that people in Australia have used Copha, but I'm not really sure how it works in these recipes. If you try it, please let me know how it turns out!

[@Buzzinga248]

You can get So-lite from most cake supply shops.

[@RG-rk1cb]

Hi, do you have any suggestions to bake the cakes without eggs using a box mix? Thank you in advance! I would like to bake a chocolate cake.

[@KarolynsKakes]

I've only done it once, about 12 years ago. I found a powdered egg substitute and used that instead. So I'm not sure what to recommend, I'm sorry!

[@CancelaGarcia]

Hello You don't use oil or butter on this recipe? Thank you for your tutorial

[@KarolynsKakes]

Correct! It's not needed because we get the fat from the milk and the sour cream. If you don't want to use sour cream, you can use full fat greek yogurt.

[@Paris300k]

Have you tried the Metro beater blade? Unlike the Kitchenaid paddle attachment, it has padding all the way around the paddle. I find it works 40x better than the Kitchenaid paddle at scrapping the bowl.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes I've tried them before and I just don't like them. They create a mess (in my opinion) and I just prefer to scrape the sides and bottom myself. But I know a lot of people swear by them!

[@Paris300k]

@@KarolynsKakes I kind of didn't understand you at first, but now I do understand how it can create a mess with powdered sugar, flour, etc, especially in smaller mixing bowls. I use a KA 600 and the bowl is taller and wider than the Artisan’s. It has a slow-start mode so I don't experience too much fighting back. Thanks for answering me.

[@MsAmelia1957]

Hi Karolyn, can you tell me why I'm getting like a crust on top of my cake, first few I did where perfect, but last 2 cakes I've made have had like a thin crust, thank you so much, x

[@KarolynsKakes]

Are you using Duncan Heinz cake mix?

[@MsAmelia1957]

@@KarolynsKakes no I'm using betty crocker cake mix, the first couple of times they where perfect, don't get me wrong I cut the tops off, but it's annoying that they are getting a thin crispy top lol, thanks for getting back to me Karolyn x

[@ClauAd-y3u]

Hello, I was wondering if I can use this recipe for a Duncan Hines butter golden flavor?

[@KarolynsKakes]

You definitely can! I prefer Betty Crocker though. Whenever I use Duncan Hines, the tops get really hard and crusty. Not sure why that happens! So I just stick with BC. But you can use any brand of cake mix with this recipe.

[@ClauAd-y3u]

Thank you very much!! I’m a new subscriber and I’m loving your recipes… Thanks

[@ClauAd-y3u]

Hello Karolyn! I just wanted to thank you for your recipe, I made a wedding cake last weekend and everyone liked the flavor of it, I followed it step by step, and it was a success. Thank you very much ❤ It became my favorite recipe. I also bought the book 🤗 and I love it, the recipes are great.

[@robbielynnhowle]

Do you wash the brush you use for your pan grease every time you bake a cake?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I wash the brush after every use. I don't wash it after every time I brush the pan, because I can make 25 cake layers in a day. I will use it for the day, and then soak it in water with Dawn dish soap in it. Then really get in between the hairs and run it under hot water and get all of the grease out.

[@robbielynnhowle]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you

[@kervansylvestre8616]

So the sour cream replaces any butter or oil?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! We get the fat from the whole milk and the sour cream, so butter or oil isn't necessary. 😊

[@yummycakes4422]

Hello thank you for sharing Question heating Nail core are special or flower nail can do I want to try Waiting for your reply

[@KarolynsKakes]

flower nail works too!

[@yummycakes4422]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you for reply 🤗

[@flordemariamallahan6861]

I love your channel ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awww thank you so much! :)

[@TheShycutie08]

Do you use cake flour or all purpose flour?

[@KarolynsKakes]

All purpose flour. I tried cake flour before and didn't like how it turned out. I don't remember why I didn't like it but all purpose flour yields the best result!

[@maggieburris1081]

When you make a white cake do you use a white cake mix and use only the egg whites? Since you’re not using the egg yolks do you find it needs an extra egg white?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes, I would add 1 more egg white and also 1/2 cup butter.

[@leticiarodriguez8662]

I just put one in the oven with no butter 😔 hopefully it comes out ok.

[@robertabarnes7626]

Hi, enjoy learning from all your videos. I had a request to make this recipe eggless, do you have any suggestions?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Years ago, my friend's kids had an egg allergy. So I used a powdered egg substitute in place of eggs and it worked great! It was so long ago though, so I don't even remember the brand I used. Bob's Red Mill has one you can try though!

[@mariogarcia-lh6qn]

Currently baking 2 cakes with this. I tasted the raw batter. I hope it taste just as good. I will comment again soon.:)

[@KarolynsKakes]

While I wouldn't recommend eating raw batter, I can't help myself and I do it from time to time too! LOL

[@mariogarcia-lh6qn]

Ok so I ended up doing funfetti and vanilla. Loved the flavor and the texture. I do need to purchase some nails though my center were a tiny bit under baked. Over all delicious. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. Today I am trying strawberry since I found that video too. Thank youuuuu!!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@mariogarcia-lh6qn Yayyyy!! I'm so glad you liked it!

[@adileneserna3756]

If I don’t have sour cream can I use oil?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I'd replace the sour cream with full fat Greek Yogurt instead of oil.

[@annmarie982]

Hi Karolyn 👋🏽 I bake custom cakes as well from scratch and I have yet to find a recipe that is moist for any cakes bigger than a 6 inch. Do you make all your cakes from scratch or do make them with docotered cake mix? I was curious because I wanted to try it but wasn’t sure if I could stack box cakes

[@KarolynsKakes]

All of my decorated cakes are doctored mix recipes! I have a recipe playlist on here 😊

[@annmarie982]

Oh wow 🤩 thank you! I’m going to try it this weekend. Your awesome btw 🤗

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@annmarie982 thanks girl! Let me know how it goes ☺

[@davemccorquodale5855]

Can I use a 9 inch round for one box doctored recipe?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! 1 box will do up to a 10 x 2" round!

[@claudiamayorga8574]

I just find your KZbin chanel, I Will try this recipe, can I cover the cake whit fondant and can I use evaporated milk intead of whole molk.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Claudia! I believe you can use 1/2 cup evaporated milk and 1/2 cup water in place of 1 cup of whole milk. I have never done that before, so please let me know how that turns out!

[@Nan54424]

Have you ever posted your scratch cake recipe? I would love it.

[@KarolynsKakes]

I almost have my scratch pound cake recipe book finished, it will be out soon!

[@Nan54424]

@@KarolynsKakes I can hardly wait. Many years ago. I did cakes when I was younger and it got just too much. I am now picking it up again and I’ve learned so much from your channel. I all I can say I’d DONT STOP. Your cakes are gorgeous and worth every penny. I wish I could convince people that it was worth their money. Have a blessed day.😍

[@pacarita]

Hi Karolyn 😊.. i need an advice. My cakes came out of the oven cracked. What do you think cold be causing this? Thank you ❤️☺️

[@KarolynsKakes]

How long do you let the batter sit before you use it? Also, you may want to purchase an oven thermometer and see if the temperature is correct, if it is too high, it could cause it to crack.

[@pacarita]

@@KarolynsKakes oh! I think it might be the oven. I have notice it is not getting the right temperature. Sometimes it does and sometimes it doesn't. Thank you so much ❤️. I love watching your videos. I have learn alot.

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@pacarita yeah it’s important to have it at a consistent temperature!

[@gdubbs680]

Is that all purpose flour? Are you using Betty Krocker super moist? How much batter does this make?

[@KarolynsKakes]

It is all purpose flour. And I do use Betty Crocker Super Moist. It yields about 6 cups of batter (that's an estimate). Here's a video explaining how to modify the recipe to get more or less batter! kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3yUoIaGfbeIqLM

[@CakesbyLaurel]

How would you do a chocolate cake so it was chocolaty enough?

[@XxTokioJunkiexX]

I have 7x3 inch high cake pans. Will this still work if I divide the batter into 3 of those pans? Or would I have to purchase new 2 inch high pans? I’m planning on following your double barrel cake instructions to bake a cake for someone but don’t have 2 inch high pans.

[@KarolynsKakes]

You don't have to purchase new pans! You can just fill the 3" high 1/2 full and get the same result.

[@cherylthompson9438]

What are the capacities of your mixers, please? Also, I see that you have two tilt mixers. Do you prefer them over the bowl-lift model and, if so, why? Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

They are 5 quart. And I hate the bowl lift models! I had one and just didn't feel like it worked as well as the tilt head. I feel like I can mix better with the tilt. It's just personal preference!