Description
This Easiest Cake recipe uses a simple boxed cake mix combined with eggs, vegetable oil, and water to create a moist and delicious cake perfect for beginners or quick dessert cravings. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you can bake a classic yellow or chocolate cake that’s ready to be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box yellow or chocolate cake mix
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or two 8-inch round pans thoroughly to ensure easy cake release.
- Mix Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend the ingredients until the batter is smooth and lump-free, which should take about 2 minutes.
- Pour Batter: Pour the smooth batter into the prepared pan(s). Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the top evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the pan(s) in the preheated oven and bake for 28 to 32 minutes if using a 9×13-inch pan, or 25 to 30 minutes for round pans. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center — it should come out clean when the cake is ready.
- Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before frosting or serving to prevent melting or sliding frosting.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by mixing in chocolate chips, sprinkles, or flavored extracts like vanilla or almond into your batter.
- Top with store-bought or homemade frosting, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for added taste and presentation.
