Small Cake From Half Cake Mix-8 inch-Birdy

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Small Cake From Half Cake Mix-8 inch-Birdy

2 serving Desserts

Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Servings: Servings: 4 servings Source: Thespruceeats.com
Ingredients

Baking spray

1 3/4 cups cake mix (half of a 15.25- to 18-ounce box)

2/3 cup water

1/4 cup oil

1 large egg

Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Directions

Steps to Make It

Gather the ingredients.

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Spray an 8-inch square or round cake pan with a nonstick baking spray containing flour.

In a medium bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and egg. Mix until well combined, and then beat for one minute at medium speed.

Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Alternatively, this batter makes half a dozen cupcakes.

Bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. The cake should also be pulling away from the sides of the pan.

Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack, then dust with confectioners' sugar.

Enjoy.

How Can I Spruce Up the Cake Mix?

Although cake mixes make wonderful cakes, there are many ways in which you can improve the character of the batter and bring into the mix the flavors that you love:

Use whole milk instead of water for a richer batter.

Add more egg for a denser and more moist cake.

Use citrus zest like lime, lemon, or orange to add some fragrance and a fresh tang.

Add dry spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger or extracts like almond, vanilla, or orange to add a different character.

Use high-quality butter instead of vegetable oil for a more luscious texture.

Use a teaspoon of instant coffee in your chocolate mix batter to enhance the cacao flavor.
Nutrition

(per serving)
339 Calories 17g Fat 43g Carbs 4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories 339
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Sodium 403mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 43g 16%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 23g
Protein 4g
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 119mg 9%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 42mg 1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.