Delicious Doctored Chocolate Cake Mix Recipe

In this video, I show you my recipe for an amazing Doctored Chocolate Cake Mix! I also show you how I bake and freeze the layers.
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1 Box Chocolate Cake Mix
1 C Sugar
1 C Flour
1 C Milk
1 C Sour Cream
3 eggs
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[@bethanytaylor65]

My grandmother made coconut cakes for several family members at Christmastime. She always froze her cakes and they were the most moist cake I have ever had. And that was over 40 years ago. I’ve never forgotten and I highly agree that freezing your cakes does something magical!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes!! 🙌🙌

[@samanthascookieboutique]

Just started baking cakes and this recipe was super delicious and a BIG help! I grew up on boxed cake mixes and its actually what I prefer. My kids went crazy over it as well! Thanks for the tips!

[@KarolynsKakes]

It really is so good, especially when you doctor it up like this. I'm so glad everyone liked it!😊

[@kimbolden9783]

You crack me up. I was having the hardest time with my vanilla cake not rising and found you while trying to figure out my issue and now I’m going to try the doctored version. I’ve watch just about all your videos. Love them

[@KarolynsKakes]

Kim! Glad I could help, and make you laugh! LOL I have no shame in the doctored cake mix game. It's delicious. I love it. My customers love it. And I never have issues with it not rising!

[@carolynmckee4295]

Bless you!❤

[@MultiGemgirl]

thanks for sharing

[@joannevargas9638]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!😁❣

[@KarolynsKakes]

This is one of my favorite recipes!

[@bladesrider1]

I tried your method, even freezing the warm cake, and I have had beautiful results from it. I won't change now. Totally converted. Thank you for your informative, no fuss videos.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yay!! You're welcome, so glad you like it!

[@joanneraven3144]

You honestly have the best videos Karolyn. I'm just starting to bake cakes and decorate them for fun and your videos are definitely my go to when I'm not sure on something. I wish you were in Australia as I'd love for you to make my son and future DIL's wedding cake. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome Joanne! Australia is a liiiiiittle too far, but I'd be honored to make the cake if I were there! 😂

[@Islandgirlhalie]

I have tried your method with freezing when you take it out the oven and I agree it's super moist. Thanks for that tip.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes!! It really traps in the moisture!🙌

[@85NDanielle]

I'm back for another hack 🙌🏾. I tried your red velvet cake box mix hack and it was phenomenal!!!!!! Saved Thanksgiving and a few of my baking orders too. Thank you 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yessss!! It’s so good, I’m so glad it’s a hit!

[@85NDanielle]

@@KarolynsKakes, I'm trying this receipe for a German Chocolate Cake 🍫 I can't wait to try out the leftovers, lol. Your recipes have really changed my mind about cake box mixes. I'm the usual baker, 1000% everything from scratch (because to me cake box mixes have a certain "taste") but there's nothing wrong with a GREAT shortcut that knocks that theory right out the window..... thanks again 🤗

[@MaryGarcia-ec8el]

I love to watch you u explain so good just love you n yes cakes are great after freezing 💯

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thanks so much 😊

[@irispare]

Thank you Karolyn another safe with your recipes. I also love Sharon and met her here in a SoFlo Cake convention they give here in MIAMI in April every year.

[@KarolynsKakes]

She's the sweetest! I only met her once, like 17 years ago. Love her!

[@aliceroloff3641]

So ive been making doctored cake mix cakes for oh about 25 years now. I'm making my daughters wedding cake as we speak using your doctored cake mix recipe for the first time, I just tasted the batter just to be on the safe side. All I can say is "Karolyn where have you been all my life?" This cake batter is soooooo good!!! I will from now on use this recipe. Thank you so much for sharing!!!❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

It seriously is AMAZING! Everyone loves it and it's super easy to make! 🙌

[@thomaxinedixon9852]

Karolyn, I love your videos, you are hilarious 😂😂

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awww thank you! And thank you for thinking I'm funny! 😂

[@sweetea7035]

I've always been scared to wrap a hot cake!! Thought it would make them soggy. Today, I trusted you....I did it and it was GREAT!! I would never have believed it. 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yesssss!! Don't be scurrrd! LOL

[@lisaramesar5507]

Love your videos, just started baking and decorating, learning so much from your tips. Instead of throwing it away,you can make Mini cupcakes to give less fortunate kid's, idk just saying.keep up your great work,very neat and talented. ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you! 😊

[@LynsCaribbeanKitchen]

Haha, i just love you craziness... that sneeze tho haha

[@KarolynsKakes]

😂😂

[@carikshawn4201]

I am looking forward to trying this recipe...I used to use DH but they have cut down on the amount of mix so I've switched to Betty Crocker...use the recipe on the box but I add 1 box of pudding mix and instead of large eggs I use Jumbo and I use 4. The cake comes out very moist. I don't bake at 350. I bake at 275 for about 40 minutes...turn the oven up to 300 for maybe 10 to 15 depending on pan size and 325 IF I need to bake a little longer...cakes rise just a tad over the top instead of rising quickly by baking at 350. THEN, once it's cooled, I put it into the freezer but NOT wrapped. You are using the cake within 2 or 3 days and they don't absorb flavors presuming of course, you only use the freezer for the cake. I've never used a nail in the center...must try that. Thanks for the recipe...am experimenting right now on my peers at work before I actually start selling again. Happy day. C

[@KarolynsKakes]

This is so interesting! And just proves my theory that there's no right way or wrong way to make cakes. You do what works for you! Love it.🙌

[@dougiemexthree1584]

I just love how YOU you are 🤗 question! I’ve been following almost everything you do since I found you (thank you!), and I’m about to attempt the chocolate cake this weekend for my friends birthday. My question is… have you tried doing the super hot coffee hack in your chocolate cake doctored mix recipe? I know it’s supposed to heighten the chocolate taste & moistness. Wanted to know before I bake on Thursday! P.s. thank you for being my favorite cake guru! I enjoy everything you do but especially your perfection when it comes to working with fondant on buttercream cakes. It has become my favorite way to do my cakes only bc of learning from you! So thank you 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

I love this so much!! I’m so glad I’m able to help you 🥰🥰 I personally don’t like the taste of the coffee in chocolate cake. I’ve had it before and I don’t love it. But a lot of people do! So maybe test it out with some cupcakes and see if you like it?

[@dougiemexthree1584]

@@KarolynsKakes ooooo very good idea! I can def do that! Thank you Karolyn! Keep the videos coming! I wish I could show you how ugly my cakes were before I found you lol. Soo soo helpful! 🥳

[@soniahewitt587]

Love you much 🙂

[@leysachichi]

Founded it!!! Yay!! I have been watching your channel and I have to say that I’m addicted to it. Love the way you explain and how simple you keep it. One question, do you moist these cakes with syrup (water and sugar) before decorating them? Or isn’t necessarily?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes I do use a simple syrup! I show you how in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2GUi3uloM9pn7s

[@leysachichi]

Thank you! Love your videos 💕

[@jessicasshorts]

I've been using your hack for boxed cakes now for a while. I love it and people I make them for love them. My question today is do you use the sour cream in place of the butter or oil?

[@KarolynsKakes]

That makes me so happy! Yes, it takes place of butter / oil. Sour cream has a high fat content, so it eliminates the need for butter or oil.

[@karlapeli5627]

Love your videos!!! Can I use the same recipe with German chocolate box cake mix?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! You can use this recipe for any boxed cake mix 😊🙌

[@user-rm4eo5ep4w]

I talked to you this morning about the cakes mixes with the smaller amounts. Thanks! I did find your video from September. It was a pleasure talking to you. I love your videos! I am making a chocolate cake for my granddaughter tomorrow and wondered if with your new updated doctored yellow cake mix with the added egg yolk, should I do the same with the doctored cake mix?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I do the same thing for all flavors 😊

[@monil4379]

Bless you lol.

[@stevemooney7244]

I use the Dark chocolate fudge

[@erikamier2537]

Hi Karolyn! Have you ever substitute of milk for buttermilk? Might you know it change the texture? Does using buttermilk to make it more difficult? All help greatly appreciate it! Thank you!

[@ariesfire8002]

I love this. I'm going to try this very soon. Do you think I can add some chocolate powder to enrich the chocolate taste?

[@KarolynsKakes]

It's one of my favorite recipes! I would start by adding 1/4 - 1/3 cup of cocoa and see what result I get from that.

[@ariesfire8002]

@@KarolynsKakes Thank you so much for the response.I can't wait to make this.

[@francinetrisby7349]

Hi your really talented chef baker can you use this recipe for a 8-in pan?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I bake in 2" high cake pans. With 1 recipe, I can fill one 8" and one 5" pan.

[@Skydiver2059]

Funniest sneeze ever😂😂😂👏👏👏👏

[@KarolynsKakes]

😂😂

[@martinjones5725]

love the friends references...ha..you sneezed in the video....just like my daughter does..my 31 year old daughter that is...lol

[@KarolynsKakes]

She does the little "CHOO!"?! 😂😂

[@nickioreilly899]

Hi. I'm in the UK and love your video's and have learned so much from you. I am very much an amateur baker and don't have loads of experience. However my son has asked me to make his wedding cake for his upcoming wedding. (He thinks my decorating skills are up to it 🙄) I liked your doctoring of the betty crocker cake mixes. However i don't like sour cream. Is there an alternative i can use? I don't like buttermilk either.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Nicki! That's so exciting! You can replace the sour cream with full fat Greek Yogurt 😊

[@nickioreilly899]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you so much. I'll try it 😊

[@rachelpalm3358]

Hello! I love your videos! Question for ya… everything turned out great except the bottom of my cakes are burning. I use heating core nails, have the oven at 325°, and wet towels around the sides of the pan like you mention in a previous video as I am attempting a half sheet cake. Do you know how I might be able to stop the bottom from burning? Thanks for all your help! Your videos have helped me come a long way!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Try turning the oven up to 350! The warmer temperature will bake the cake faster so it won’t have to be in the oven too long.

[@rachelpalm3358]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you, I’ll definitely bring the temp up. I appreciate you. Your videos help so many people. You rock!

[@teresacaldwell1645]

I have always kept a cookie sheet in the oven. I have an electric oven so I don’t want a overflow to get on the heating element. I can’t stand a dirty oven 😀 #loveyourtutorials

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yesss!! It really helps keep it clean!

[@shayoncebrowne9956]

Hey , how would you go about doing a lemon one

[@KarolynsKakes]

I will film that the next time I make it!

[@louiezarantonello6081]

So I spent my down time today watching videos from my phone lol and it's dead... So on hubby's phone now. I think my name on my phone is Little lady not sure lol. I am fixing to do a chocolate cake, and was wondering, why you don't add extra Coco powder to the flour n sugar you add to keep the rich chocolate flavor as strong as it is from the box mix. Been thinking about it, and thought additional flour n sugar would dull the flavor some? Thanks for another AWESOME video! Hope you are having a great day!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hey girl! I personally don't think the extra ingredients dulls the flavor. I know that cocoa can be a little drying, so I haven't really tried it. I would probably start off with a little bit (1/4 cup?) and see how that turns out!

[@littlelady3895]

@@KarolynsKakes I totally Forgot to try it, but I added about 1/3 cocoa powder to my 1 cup sugar 1 cup water Simple Syrup - made a chocolate Bavarian torte cake, and a Chocolate Cake with dark chocolate ganache filling with a chocolate buttercream frosting, I used the chocolate simple syrup for both cakes, using your recipe for the cakes. I got the chocolate Bavarian torte cake, filled then wrapped and placed in the fridge to settle, did a crumb coat with the little bit of extra chocolate ganache I had filled the other cake with, then did a basic Chocolate Buttercream (I use your buttercream frosting but I sift 2/3-3/4 c Cocoa powder into the powder sugar before mixing and added Heavy Cream, instead of water - was amazing) to frost the cake, before getting to decorate either cake (thank God I was just making for fun) my husband ended up in the hospital. I asked my daughter to go walk my dogs for a few days.... And while there - takes those cakes home with you! I explained there was more filling for the chocolate Bavarian tort cake in the fridge as as the rest of the chocolate buttercream, to pipe decorations on the cakes. I checked the next day, she said both cakes were almost gone, her Nana ate most of the chocolate ganache cake and she had eaten most of the chocolate Bavarian torte cake herself. Said I don't know what you did different but it was the best she ever had. So, I will try adding more cocoa next time, but if I forget I will just add it to the simple syrup. Lol

[@mothertwinkles4198]

You should do a bloopers video. 😂😂

[@rebeccaaubart8797]

@karolynkake now that they have shrunken the cake mix to 13.25 does that change anything for the amounts that you add?

[@ebonygame1293]

Hi, the cake came out very fidget. I’m wondering if I made it correctly .

[@KarolynsKakes]

What do you mean by fidget?

[@shonoo2009]

I have chocolate fudge box I can use in this recipe?

[@jesus.ceciliarodriguez6496]

Hi, Can I do exactly the same for a boxed German Chocolate cake mix? And use buttermilk instead of whole milk? Thankx in advance! 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

You can do this recipe for any flavor boxed mix! And sour cream is acidic. So is buttermilk. So if you add both buttermilk AND sour cream, the cake may not brown correctly. I've never tried that though, so please let me know how it turns out if you do it!

[@LadynRed99]

Love your videos Karolyn! How about, instead of throwing out the extra batter, go ahead and make cupcakes and donate them to your local shelter? You could just sprinkle a little confectioners sugar on top. I know it’s a little extra work, but they would be very appreciative, and maybe someone would even pick them up. Easy peasy😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you! I no longer waste batter, I figured out how to divide the recipe according to what I'm baking. I show how in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3yUoIaGfbeIqLM

[@cindyboor7876]

did you take the heating core out as soon as it came out of the oven? And did you also flip the cake on the plastic hot? Please and thank you for all your help

[@cindyboor7876]

only single wrap too?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I take the cakes out of the oven, let them sit in the pan for like 3-5 minutes, then flip them onto a cooling rack. Take the pan off of the cake. (The cake releases easily from the pan because I use my pan grease.) Take the heating core out of the cake. Then wrap the hot cake in plastic wrap and place in the freezer right away, while it's still hot. I only wrap it in one layer because it's only in my freezer overnight. If you are going to freeze it for longer than a day, I would recommend wrapping it at least 2 times in plastic wrap. :)

[@cindyboor7876]

@@KarolynsKakes Thanks so much

[@rosarizk1390]

Hello Karolyn thank you so much No vanilla to add?😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

I don't add vanilla with the chocolate recipe, but you definitely can if you want to!

[@rosarizk1390]

@@KarolynsKakes ok thank you for your replay By the way I did your vanity cake and I did cupcakes and it was so delicious everyone love it thank you so much

[@rosiesaunders3334]

Can you show us a stable able to pipe flowers cream cheese frosting please? 🙏🏻

[@KarolynsKakes]

I don't use cream cheese icing to pipe flowers just because I feel like it doesn't hold up as well as American buttercream. However, you can try to add a little bit of Meringue Powder to the cream cheese icing to help stiffen and stabilize it. That's what I would start with!

[@cindyboor7876]

Hi Karolyn! I just found you and already have watch a few of your videos! Thanks so much for all your help. I do have a question about where the racks should be position? Is your a little better than halfway up? With not having a element in the bottom I'm confuse what is halfway? Thanks so much!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Cindy! They are just around the half way point. I would say to do the closest to half way you can. This way, the heat can distribute above and below the cakes. This oven doesn't have an exact middle notch. There's one that's a little higher and one that's a little lower. I always opt to go a little higher. When I use a deeper pan, like a bundt pan, I drop the rack down a notch so it's not too close to the heating element at the top. My oven doesn't have an element on the bottom either. I hope that helps!

[@cindyboor7876]

@@KarolynsKakes Thanks so much .

[@afshanfsm]

Hi from the UK. Been looking everywhere, including online for the chocolate fudge cake mix by betty crocker. Cant find it anywhere. Have they discontinued or is it packaged differently now. Which chocolate cake mix do you use as an alternative?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Fatema! It's so frustrating that we can't get the same stuff everywhere! I have used Devil's Food cake mix and that's really good too. Do you have that over there?

[@hopkinspartyof4]

How would you doctor a carrot cake to make it taste homemade ? Any add-ins ?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I haven't figured out one that I like yet. Once I do, I will post the video!

[@conniesison4250]

You totally made me laughed 😅 I bet you haven't made a video yet that people not to make laughed at you. You are so hilarious 😂 *Excuse me, your accent is wayyyyy better than mine 🤣 I don't even like the way I talk 🤣

[@KarolynsKakes]

🤣🤣💜🙏🏼

[@kellindelacruz6684]

Is flower nail necessary? I don’t have them but i have to bake today.

[@KarolynsKakes]

They aren't necessary. However, they help the cakes to bake in the middle so they bake more evenly! I'd definitely invest in a set of nails if you can!

[@Brandi_the_Baker]

Is it okay for the batter to sit while you bake the cakes? I want to make a cake and then some mini cupcakes. Or should I put them in the oven all at one time? Tia.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hey girl, I hate when this happens, it's always when I gotta make cupcakes. I have read that you can let the batter sit for up to an hour. But I don't like that advice. I always use the cake batter within 20 minutes. In this instance, I will make the cupcakes and while those are baking, I will grease and prep the pans. And I will stir the batter again before I pour them into the pans.

[@rondasheive4280]

How long do you thaw the cakes out the next day before you fill and ice them. Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

They usually thaw in about 4 hours or so. If I fill them around noon, I take them out of the freezer around 7-8am.

[@CakesbyLaurel]

In reading about using plastic wrap on hot food, it isn't recommended because the chemicals and such leach into the food contaminating it. I noticed you said it was food grade wrap that you used. Is that something that can be used safely and if so, where can I purchase some. I have heard about the wrap trick but have hesitated on doing it but if there is a safe way I am all for it!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I have read that the FDA has rigorously tested and has proven that the chance of chemicals leaking from plastic wrap when heated is slim. Manufacturers must test plastic wraps so that they adhere to FDA regulations. The plastic wraps you’ll find in the supermarket should be approved by the FDA and are safe to use.

[@iqrafarooq8992]

Hi karolyn 🎉 i have one quick question can i use differnt sizes of pan for this recipe??

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! Here's a video where I break down the recipe according to pan size. There is a chart in the description of that video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3yUoIaGfbeIqLM

[@onikacorke3342]

Hi do u have a recipe for cakes from scratch that isn't box cake

[@emmyguan]

Hi Karolyn, I am Emmy. I love watching your doctored cake mix recipe videos and I love how you are being yourself in the video. it brings humor and authenticity to the video. I realized for your doctored cake mix you don't use any oil. It's okay not to use oil, right? Is sour cream the substitute?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Emmy, thank you! :) There is fat in the sour cream and the whole milk, so oil isn't necessary!

[@emmyguan]

@@KarolynsKakes Thank you so much! I can't wait to try it.

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@emmyguan let me know how it turns out!

[@Chreina23]

Hi if I need the cake for two days after when should I take out of my freezer?

[@KarolynsKakes]

If I only had 2 days, I would thaw and fill 2 days before and then frost and decorate the next day. Here's a video explaining the timeline! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4ucaWiCaZugfsU

[@Chreina23]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you💙

[@debflores5716]

Can you substitute cake flour for AP flour?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I prefer AP flour. Years ago (like 15 years), I got cake flour and I hated it! I can't even remember what went wrong with it. I was using this doctored mix recipe. But I didn't like it with cake flour. I'm sure you can use it if you have it. But I'd do a tester cake first to see how it turns out!

[@lyndaedwards4628]

Hi wondering what is the correct measurement for your Cup measurement. Im from uk not sure of american measurements. By the way loving your page. Thankyou

[@KarolynsKakes]

America is so annoying with our stupid way of measuring that literally no one else does! LOL 1 cup flour = 125 grams 1 cup sugar = 200 grams 1 cup milk = 245 grams 1 cup sour cream = 240 grams

[@lyndaedwards4628]

@@KarolynsKakes thankyou Karolyn... Im loving your cake recipe. I'm still practicing the cake covering with butter cream, think it's going to take a while to get to your standard 😊

[@reneestrodder9529]

Do you use all purpose flour or self rising flour?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I use all-purpose flour.

[@reneestrodder9529]

@@KarolynsKakes Thank you I can't wait to try it!!

[@mariaconsuelothomen]

What size cake pans do you usually use? Or rather, which is the most commonly used size of cake pans?

[@KarolynsKakes]

My most popular size is a 2 tiered cake, 5" / 7", feeds 25-30. I bake in 2" high pans.

[@lorismoore1612]

I have a batch in the oven... but something I’m wondering. My Dark Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes looks more like a milk chocolate once I added the milk and sour cream. Do these stay tasting like Dark Chocolate?? (I’m making some Salted Caramel filling so I’m not sure how milk chocolate would taste with it)

[@KarolynsKakes]

I use Chocolate Fudge cake mix and feel like the flavor isn't compromised by adding the milk and sour cream. How did it turn out?

[@ovendelights3151]

7

[@latina1700]

Would I be able to use yogurt instead of sourcream

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I’d replace sour cream with full fat Greek yogurt.

[@yummycakes4422]

Hello I need your help plz as you know I follow you and liked your explanation I have two questions One can I keep warm in fridge instead of freezer because I bake one and next day I fill and decorate as well I am not as busy women as you are " hopefully one day 😊 No .2 question is you put two different flavour at same time dose effect in baking while sitting out till second one ready It's very good idea to save hydro Waiting for your reply 🤗

[@KarolynsKakes]

Never refrigerate a cake that isn't iced in buttercream and / or covered in fondant because it can dry out. If you can't freeze the cake, then just keep it wrapped in the plastic wrap until it cools and you're ready to use it. And I am sorry, but I'm not sure I understand your 2nd question? You don't want cake batter to sit out too long before you bake it. I have found that if it sits longer than 15 minutes, it doesn't rise the same.

[@yummycakes4422]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you for your reply 😊

[@jederiahhiggins6594]

Hey are you able to do a German chocolate cake with a doctored recipe? Would it be the same ingredients ?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes! I've make this same recipe using German Chocolate cake mix. And I made homemade coconut pecan filling!

[@Dior_Jed]

Thank youuu !

[@fsim31]

Can you make this cake in a 9 x 13 cake pan?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes you can!

[@curlynplenty7108]

do you use room temperature sour cream

[@KarolynsKakes]

I prefer to use it cold. When it’s room temp, it’s soft and runny and I don’t like it that way.

[@jenniferp7936]

What does the flour do for the cake?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Flour helps form the structure of the cake!

[@pennydaum4983]

What is the purpose of the heating core nail ?

[@KarolynsKakes]

It heats the cake from the center. The pan heats it from the sides and edges. So it helps it to bake evenly. I found that without a heating core, the middle of the cake takes longer to bake. I’ll never bake without them again!

[@jbertelli100]

Can I double the recipe in my stand mixer?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes, I do it all the time!

[@1968WadeR]

Do you ever use Cake flour over AP Flour in your cake mix/hack?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I used cake flour once about 20 years ago and didn't like it. I can't remember for the life of me why I didn't. But I've used all-purpose flour ever since!

[@tracyvass742]

Silly question: Why don't you mix on high at the end like you do for other flavors? Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I made this video a while ago and probably forgot to mention it!

[@samsal420]

Can this be done the same way if you do cupcakes instead?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yup, I do it all the time! I fill the cups about 1/2 way full and bake at 350 for 15-17 minutes.

[@samsal420]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you!!!!

[@samsal420]

Wanted to update you…. I made the cupcakes yesterday with your recipe for strawberry frosting for my bestie for her birthday as a gift! They were a hit!! I also LOVED them!! Thank you so much for your tutorials and for answering my question so quickly!! ❤️🫶🏻

[@meganventurino6338]

Hello! So I made this chocolate cake and it wasn't chocolaty enough. I can't understand. I made another type that added cocoa, but I had to melt butter and add oil too in addition to the rest of the changes you made.. if you add coacoa to your recipe would you add anything extra to your recipe? Thank you in advance :)

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hmmmmm, I would have to play with the ratios. I'm thinking if you add 1/2 cup cocoa, then you can also add 1/2 cup vegetable oil. And then reduce the milk to 2/3 cup. I would try that first!

[@meganventurino6338]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you for your reply 🥰 Ideally I would like not to use the oil at all do you think more milk or an extra egg would do? Also, your vanilla recipe was perfection.

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@meganventurino6338 I would try either 1/4 cup more milk or 1 more egg yolk and see how that works!

[@meganventurino6338]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you very much Karolyn 🥰🥰 You are very kind. Have a wonderful weekend 🌹🌹 You have a wonderful cbannel 😊

[@ODY0319]

I’m gonna try this with and use 1/2cup of sugar and 1/2cup cocoa powder

[@KarolynsKakes]

Ooh please let me know how that turns out!

[@LynsCaribbeanKitchen]

How'd this turn out.. i too was wondering if to add some more cocoa powder.. im gonna just trust this process 🤗

[@ODY0319]

@@KarolynsKakes it actually tasted good!! Kinda the same in the way people loved them

[@ODY0319]

@@LynsCaribbeanKitchen ^^

[@fefejohns4587]

Do you have a German chocolate cake mix hack? 😍

[@KarolynsKakes]

I've actually made it before using German Chocolate cake mix with the same recipe here. And then I made my own coconut pecan frosting which is AMAZING!

[@louiezarantonello6081]

OMG too funny.... When I first started making cakes, I was board, so I watched a ton of videos read a bunch of recipes, etc.... Anyhow, one video I watch was saying to freeze the cakes as well.... FYI it didn't say to thaw... I was running behind the day I was to fill and frost the cake, so I set the cakes out and made a double batch of buttercream, for a 4 or 5 layer 10" cake to frost and fill.... I rushed everything that day. I filled, crumb coated and did piped ruffles around the whole cake. Did some pretty piped boarder, put on my decorations, wrote Welcome Baby Ryder, as it was a Baby Shower Cake for my oldest grandson. The party was the next day, I figured, biggest mistake, that the cake would finish thawing in the fridge over night.... I finished in time to make the rest of the decorations, and cake balls, cookies, and gift bags. Now the cake was out of the fridge for several hrs before the party... I guess I picked the right brand of food gel colors cause nothing ran, even though there was condensation. My daughter in-law went to cut into the cake, and barely got through the top layer... I was like sweetie, it's ok just cut it... Thinking the problem was she hated to cut into it, as it was a very pretty cake. She kept saying but I can't. Not why she couldn't just I can't. So I went over and tried to cut the cake.... It was frozen all the way through still! She still picks on me about it. But every since I make sure to thaw completely! Little Lady...

[@KarolynsKakes]

OMG 😂😂😂 I'm sorry that happened, but it's one of those lessons learned the hard way. I bet you'll never do that again! Thank God it was for family LOL

[@GrandMa-hm5mb]

I expected you to add a flavoring? No added chocolate or vanilla? Espresso powder? I love your hacks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

You can definitely add some flavoring to this, I just find that this chocolate recipe doesn’t need it. But a little vanilla doesn’t hurt!

[@mrs.marple2268]

"I doodoo...like Chandler...I doodoo...nevermind".....Best part of this whole video! 😂

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyyy!! Thank you for getting my FRIENDS references! 😂🙌

[@carolynmckee4295]

I liked the sneeze!

[@Tawanalynn]

What kind of flour? SR or plain?

[@KarolynsKakes]

It's All Purpose Flour :)

[@bessielee-kwan30]

@@KarolynsKakes I used BREAD flour and almond milk. Instead of my normal 12 jumbo cupcakes, I ended up with at least 2 extra cupcakes. They were FABulously, ie light, not so sweet, they didn’t make it to the freezer, lol. Next time, I should put a filling like Nutella to put it over the top. Oh, I also used Duncan Devils Food chocolate cake mix. THANK YOU.

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@bessielee-kwan30 wow I never would have tried Bread flour! Thank you for letting me know how it turned out! And, yes, when you add these extra ingredients, it will yield more cupcakes / cake tiers.

[@sunnidays]

????? Karolyn, I noticed you did not add any cocoa - doesn't the extra flour and ingredients added take away from the chocolate taste of cake, making it a milder choc cake ???? Thanks Mar 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

I personally still like the flavor without extra cocoa. However, you can add it if you prefer! I would do 1/2 cup.

[@sunnidays]

@@KarolynsKakes Thanks !

[@jameswilkerson2681]

Do you have a German Chocolate cake recipe or could I use this cake for a German chocolate cake?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi James! I've made German Chocolate cake using this recipe. And I make the coconut pecan frosting from scratch. I'll have to film that soon!

[@jameswilkerson2681]

Please do! I would love to see that video!

[@joannjackson5819]

C an I use buttermilk instead of sour cream

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes, but you would have to omit the whole milk or else the batter will be too runny. I've never done that before, so if you have success with it, please let me know!

[@yummycakes4422]

Hello thank you for sharing your ideas Can I use 2% milk and also can you plz tell how much we charge customer for birthday cakes or wedding cake Because as soon they know it’s box cake and they start making faces and not happy to pay our time I really want to know if you have made videos plz let me know or can you plz make It’s look like I am goin* to be your big fan 🤗🤗🤗 Waiting for your reply

[@KarolynsKakes]

You can use 2% if you prefer. I like whole milk because it adds more fat / moisture. I am completely honest with my customers, I don't hide that I use a doctored mix recipe for my decorated cakes. I can probably count on one hand the number of people who went elsewhere because of it. Be confident and know you're producing a good product and people will feel that from you. Here's a video talking about pricing - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnvCh6pua7qZpc0

[@yummycakes4422]

@@KarolynsKakes Good morning thank you for reply I am still using if I have full fat but recently my hubby by 2% so I thought I check with you with your recipe Because your recipe with box mix is different and look more moist I am using box mix but with flour,egg,sugar& Baking powder And some time homo milk and sometime 2% And moist with sugar syp uptill now people like One time one friend asked so I said I use box but I make my own as pre mix And I do from scratch too Some people want product good but price no good 😊 ** but if you think about box is just as excuse because you put sour cream, full fat milk Eggs flour, sugar So it’s look like scratch mix 😊 And thank you for price list Here I am confused to how to charge So going to watch your price link and will get more lovely comments from me 🤗🤗🤗

[@rondasheive4280]

Can you use 2% milk and still get good results. This is what we drink. Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes you can! Make sure you use the full fat sour cream and add an extra egg yolk.

[@larrywasserman294]

I notice you did not put vanilla do I add

[@KarolynsKakes]

You can add vanilla extract if you wish. I don't, but that doesn't mean you cant!😊

[@mariaconsuelothomen]

If you're adding flour and sugar, don't you have to add some cocoa powder?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I don't, but you definitely can! If I did, I would add 1/2 cup cocoa.

[@mariaconsuelothomen]

@@KarolynsKakes Thank you

[@clairressagoad2789]

Where can I get that plastic dispenser box??? I see them in videos but can’t ever find them…

[@KarolynsKakes]

The plastic wrap comes in the box with the slide cutter. Here's one on Amazon: amzn.to/3S2pexK

[@denisemora3690]

So when I wrap and put into the fridge haven’t been putting it in the freezer. When I take them out they are moist and sticky on top? Help

[@KarolynsKakes]

You want to freeze them rather than refrigerate them. That may be the issue!

[@denisemora3690]

@@KarolynsKakes ok I’ll give it a try

[@pablolama7341]

No butter?

[@KarolynsKakes]

No butter necessary! We get the fat from the sour cream and milk.

[@plsjones]

Seems to me that you would need to add some cocoa too since the mix is being diluted with a cup of flour.

[@KarolynsKakes]

You definitely can, I personally don't feel like the chocolate flavor is lost. But some may prefer a more bold taste!

[@emoore4876]

Have you tried to save/freeze raw cake batter until you have enough to thaw, add together, and bake? Or would that not work? I know nothing about baking…. You wouldn’t have to throw away good cake, no more waste.

[@KarolynsKakes]

I prefer to bake cake batter within 5 minutes of mixing it together. The longer it sits, the more you risk having issues with it not rising correctly, which can make it dense and / or dry.

[@emoore4876]

@@KarolynsKakes gotcha! I’m not an experienced baker so good to know!

[@CCRamos-ef6xx]

All Purpose Flour......?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

I've also started adding 1 extra egg yolk to this recipe, really helps keep it moist! (It's still good without it too)

[@CCRamos-ef6xx]

@@KarolynsKakes Thnk U!!!! So excited that I answer Me!! I’m ur #1 Fan 🥰🙏🏽❤️💪🏽

[@michelebostwick3242]

Hey Karolyn, for your doctored yellow cake, you mix on low for 2 minutes before putting the batter into the pans. But for this one, you say not to overmix it. Is it simply because it is chocolate? I thought for all the doctored cake mixes that you would mix for the 2 minutes. Am I missing something? Thanks for everything! P.S. I'm still waiting for you to refer to yourself as a Cake Goddess in one of your upcoming videos!

[@michelebostwick3242]

I meant to say mix on speed 6 for 2 minutes, not low speed.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Don't mean to confuse you! I made this video before I really was aware that beating the batter with a doctored recipe helps mix air into it. So do what I recommend in the more recent videos. I have been mixing on about a 6 out of 10 for 1 min 45 seconds. I hope that helps!

[@michelebostwick3242]

@@KarolynsKakes thanks a ton.

[@joemccarthy4532]

next time add some chocolate morsels to the batter ,you will love it

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes!!! I do that sometimes, but only when people order chocolate chocolate chip cake. It really is SO good! 🙌

[@ericacruz8261]

2:50 Now it’s 13.25 oz🫠Same price point too😭

[@KarolynsKakes]

I know it’s so annoying! 😩😩

[@mariaconsuelothomen]

I freeze cake all the time. If I left it on the table it would go stale because I live alone with my son.

[@Bryan-T]

these boxes are now 2 ounces less. gotta love shrinkflation.

[@KarolynsKakes]

I know it's so annoying!😫

[@ebonygame1293]

She didn’t use any butter. Has anyone tried this receipe adding butter?

[@rehanaraza5018]

Just a bumble request and suggestion.. You just cut up a cake.. and show the inside of the cake..please..

[@KarolynsKakes]

I did that, here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipXLgY1qeJxmnbc

[@rehanaraza5018]

@@KarolynsKakes thanks alot That looks yummmm🤩🤩

[@rehanaraza5018]

@@KarolynsKakes plzz give substitute of sour cream.. as here my country its very difficult to get it.. infact we just don't get it..

[@zubiashahid8035]

Rehana just take some regular heavy cream( nestle/ haleeb) any cream. And add a teaspoon of lemon juice. Mix it up. Leave for 5 mins. And it works same as sour cream

[@rehanaraza5018]

@@zubiashahid8035 thank u so much. I really appreciate ❤