Cake mix chronicles: 21 Desserts to make with a cake mix

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Welcome to the delightful world of easy cake mix dessert recipes, where simplicity meets sweet satisfaction. In a time where convenience matters more than ever, we’ve got your back with a treasure trove of scrumptious treats that start with a humble cake mix. We understand that life can be hectic, and sometimes you just need a quick and delicious dessert fix. That’s where our collection of recipes comes in.

Apple crisp dessert made with cake mix, served in a bowl with ice cream.
Caramel Apple Dump Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Pumpkin Crunch Cake

Pumpkin Crunch Cake on a fork.
Pumpkin Crunch Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

This crunchy pumpkin cake is filled with starts with a cake mix, canned pumpkin, and pecans, and you can make the perfect autumnal cake. The hardest part of the whole recipe is waiting for the cake to bake and cool so you can eat it!
Grab the Recipe Pumpkin Crunch Cake

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls on a white counter tops with crumbs around them too.
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska

Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls are a THING, and we’re making them! And you’re going to want to make them too. Starting with a mix makes the resulting cinnamon rolls a quick-to-make recipe.
Grab the Recipe Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls

Cherry Dump Cake

Cherry Dump cake in a 9x13 pan.
Cherry Dump Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Easy Cherry Dump Cake makes use of fresh or frozen Bing cherries which means it’s flexible to make. This dump cake is an easy recipe way to use fresh or frozen cherries.
Grab the Recipe Cherry Dump Cake

Lemon Cake Mix Brownies

Lemon brownies on a pink cooling rack with a knife and a lemon.
Lemon Cake Mix Brownies. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Lemon cake mix and a few other ingredients make these refreshing lemon brownies a nice and easy treat to put together quickly.
Grab the Recipe Lemon Cake Mix Brownies

Cool Whip Cookies

Cool whip cookies on parchment with powdered sugar.
Cool Whip Cookies. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Cool Whip cookies are delicious, easy-to-make cake mix cookies! With just a box of lemon cake mix, a tub of whipped topping, and an egg, you can have a batch of cookies ready in no time at all.
Grab the Recipe Cool Whip Cookies

Strawberry Lemonade Crinkle Cookies

Strawberry Lemonade Crinkle Cookies in a stack on a cooling rack.
Strawberry Lemonade Crinkle Cookies. Photo Credit: xoxoBella

If you’re looking for a simple yet delicious treat, try making these strawberry lemonade crinkle cookies with only five ingredients using lemon cake mix. These cookies are irresistible with their perfect blend of lemon and strawberry flavors, making it hard to stop at just one!
Grab the Recipe Strawberry Lemonade Crinkle Cookies

Banana Cake

Iced banana cake with pecans on top.
Banana Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

What would life be like without a great cake that’s easy to make? Hard to imagine, isn’t it? This recipe for Easy Banana Caramel Cake is tender and flavorful, and it all starts with a boxed cake mix that tastes like it came from a high-end bakeshop.
Get the Recipe: Banana Cake

Caramel Apple Dump Cake

Caramel Apple Dump Cake served with ice cream.
Caramel Apple Dump Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.


Caramel Apple Dump Cake is the epitome of simple indulgence. This dessert layers sweet, tender apple slices with gooey caramel and a cake mix, creating a delightful mess of flavors and textures. Just “dump” the ingredients into a baking dish, and after a short stint in the oven, you’ll be rewarded with a warm, comforting treat that’s perfect for fall or any time.
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Dump Cake

Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake

Slice of chocolate cherry cake topped with cherry pie filling.
Chocolate Cherry Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Indulge in the decadent goodness of this Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake! The combination of rich chocolate and juicy cherries is simply irresistible. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a dessert that looks like it took hours to make, but really, it’s just a matter of dumping everything into a pan and letting the oven work its magic!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake

Strawberry Dump Cake

Strawberry dump cake in a 9x13 pan and a plate.
Strawberry Dump Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Strawberry Dump Cake is the perfect way to use fresh or frozen strawberries. Start with a cake mix and make an easy cake that tastes like spring!
Grab the Recipe Strawberry Dump Cake

Cake Mix Brownies

Brownies made from a cake mix on a sheet of parchment.
Cake Mix Brownies. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Got a chocolate cake mix kicking around?? Use it to its best and highest use by making brownies. Dense fudgy chocolate brownies are easy to make when you start with a mix.
Grab the Recipe Chocolate Cake Mix Brownies

Pumpkin Dump Cake

Pumpkin Dump Cake on a plate with whipped cream.
Pumpkin Dump Cake. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Prepare yourself for a slice of pure autumn bliss with this Pumpkin Dump Cake. This recipe combines the warm flavors of pumpkin pie with the ease of a dump cake. As the cake bakes, it magically creates a pumpkin custard layer beneath a buttery, cinnamon-spiced cake topping.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Dump Cake

Blueberry Dump Cake

A scoop of blueberry dump cake.
Blueberry Dump Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Love blueberries?? This blueberry dump cake can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries. It features a crispy top over a luscious blueberry filling. This effortless cake is called a dump cake because you dump and bake, no mixing needed!
Grab the Recipe Blueberry Dump Cake

Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies on a white plate.
Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Red velvet cake mix never tasted so good! Beautiful red velvet cookies studded with white chocolate chips, perfect for Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or for anyone who loves red velvet! When you start with a cake mix the dough is easy to make.
Grab the Recipe Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

Coconut Cream Cupcakes

Frosted coconut cupcakes on a white board.
Coconut Cupcakes. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven

Hello coconut lovers! This easy recipe starts with a boxed cake mix and bakes up moist and decadent to become a dreamy coconut dessert.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Cream Cupcakes

Cake Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese

Cake Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese stacked up on a cutting board.
Cake Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Cake mix cookies with cream cheese are simple to make and taste amazing. All it takes is a box of cake mix and a few simple ingredients for delicious homemade cookies.
Grab the Recipe Cake Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese

Magic Rhubarb Dump Cake

Magic Rhubarb Cake in a baking dish with a scoop out of it.
Magic Rhubarb Cake. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska

Magic Rhubarb Dump Cake is one of the best ways to use fresh or frozen rhubarb. We call it magic because it makes rhubarb disappear!!
Grab the Recipe Magic Rhubarb Dump Cake

Cake Mix Donuts

Cake Mix Donuts decorated for halloween.
Cake Mix Donuts. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Cake mix donuts are an easy dessert that everyone loves! With minimal ingredients, you can satisfy your sweet tooth and create homemade donuts from cake mix in no time at all.
Grab the Recipe Cake Mix Donut

Black Cocoa Cupcakes

Black cocoa powder cupcakes.
Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven

These Black Cupcakes are made with just 7 ingredients, start with a boxed chocolate cake mix and a magical ingredient that turns these cupcakes black.
Get the Recipe: Black Cocoa Cupcakes

Funfetti Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Funfetti Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes on a green plate with sprinkles and a milk bottle.
Funfetti Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes. Photo Credit: xoxoBella

Make your next party or gathering extra special with these adorable Funfetti and Buttercream Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes. They’re easy to make at home with funfetti cake mix and will impress your guests with their cute presentation. Grab the Recipe: Funfetti Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

M&M Chocolate Dump Cake

Chocolate dump cake topped with colorful M&Ms.
M&M Chocolate Dump Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This M&M Chocolate Dump Cake is an absolute crowd-pleaser! It’s a rich and gooey chocolate delight with a surprise crunch from colorful M&M candies scattered throughout.
Get the Recipe: M&M Chocolate Dump Cake

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