You know I am a big believer in baking from scratch, but there are times when it is convenient to have a gluten free cake mix in the pantry. In a pinch, I can always make something gluten free for an impromptu gathering or last-minute party dessert.
This yummy chocolate cake started with the Chocolate Cake Mix from Better Batter, but I wanted to zhuzh it up! Nothing drastic, just a few small tweaks to bring out the chocolate flavor and make it special.
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I baked it in a long, skinny pan for diet friendly slices. Check out this Pullman pan from USA Bakeware; I use it for cakes and quick breads.
Ingredients:
- 1 package Better Batter Chocolate Cake Mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1 tsp. espresso powder
- 1/2 tsp. hazelnut extract
- 1-1/4 cups milk (I used 2%)
- powdered sugar for dusting
Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 325º. Mist the bottom of the pan with cooking spray.
Beat the eggs in a stand mixer with the whisk attachment. Add the oil, espresso powder and hazelnut extract. Beat to incorporate.
Next add the cake mix, along with the milk and beat on low speed for 30 seconds (don’t overmix).
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and place in the oven on the middle rack. Set your timer for 55 minutes.
Test with a toothpick. In my oven it was done in 1 hour.
Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 15 minutes then tip the pan gently to slide the cake onto a rack to cool.
Cool for 15-20 minutes longer then transfer the cake to a serving dish. Dust with powdered sugar just before slicing.
I hope you enjoyed this post! For more like this, check out my Lemon Blueberry Cake made with Better Batter Yellow Cake Mix.
Notes
♪ Can you use a regular loaf pan? Yes, but you may need to adjust the baking time, depending on the size of your pan. Keep in mind that the cake will cook faster in a dark pan. Start checking with a toothpick at 45 minutes and keep an eye on it so that it doesn’t get overdone.
♫ When a box mix calls for water, add milk instead for a richer taste. To personalize a mix, add extracts, spices or even liqueurs to zhuzh up the flavor! 😉
