really, I like them. I think its like a pound cake, but not sure. Mine always seem to have a lot of air bubbles. I really wanted to know how to get rid of them. My cake are good but I feel they are just like box cake mix. It's hard to explain what I want. But I know the store cakes are the look I want.
Thanks Merry
ok, being a box mixer, I promise not to be insulted by that remark!
I sift my cake mix. I also bang the snot out of the cake pan right before it goes into the oven. No air holes ... nice and firm texture..... may I even say a GORGEOUS texture! I also mix everything in THEN add the oil dead last. The batter is silky smooth.
I like to add a cup of sour cream to my mix, it changes the texture a bit 
ok... here's what I do (and yes, I use box mixes and NO ONE believes me)
1 box cake mix
1 box pudding mix (4 serving size - small box) same flavor or complimentary flavor to cake flavor
1 cup sour cream
1/2 c. oil
1/2 c. water or milk (depends on my mood LOL)
4 medium eggs
I also sift the cake mix before mixing and bang the poo outta that pan once the batter is in it (though, i don't bother add the oil at the end - i mix it all together on low for about 30 secs and then on medium/low (# 2 on my KA) for about 2 1/2 to 3 mins.
makes an incredibly moist, yet very dense (great for carving) cake. i've never heard one single complaint about my cakes (usually its "OMG! This is go freakin' good" then I tell 'em its just a mix (ha) and they are like "NO FREAKIN' WAY! My mixes never taste like this" (duh, you don't doctor yours the way I do - HAHA)
anyway, try it, you'll love it!
are bubbles are usually from mixing too long...
ok... here's what I do (and yes, I use box mixes and NO ONE believes me)
1 box cake mix
1 box pudding mix (4 serving size - small box) same flavor or complimentary flavor to cake flavor
1 cup sour cream
1/2 c. oil
1/2 c. water or milk (depends on my mood LOL)
4 medium eggs
I also sift the cake mix before mixing and bang the poo outta that pan once the batter is in it (though, i don't bother add the oil at the end - i mix it all together on low for about 30 secs and then on medium/low (# 2 on my KA) for about 2 1/2 to 3 mins.
makes an incredibly moist, yet very dense (great for carving) cake. i've never heard one single complaint about my cakes (usually its "OMG! This is go freakin' good" then I tell 'em its just a mix (ha) and they are like "NO FREAKIN' WAY! My mixes never taste like this" (duh, you don't doctor yours the way I do - HAHA)
anyway, try it, you'll love it!
This is actually my recipe exactly!! 
I think the SC is what changes the texture, but I LOVE LOVE LOVE this recipe!!
Do you add the ingredients that the cake mix ask for in the back or just these?
Sorry but I sometimes need a map...
ignore the back of the box and use these instead 
OMG... 
I would die if I was told mycakes tasted like a store cake!!!! 
I use a box mix...DH...and then I also bang the heck out of the filled pan cake to get the bubbles out...also make sure your stove/oven is leveled...in some houses there not...not that it has anything to do with the texture of the cake...was just saying.
Im told my cakes are very Fresh, and Moist...and very very Yummy....thank you DH's...
ok... here's what I do (and yes, I use box mixes and NO ONE believes me)
1 box cake mix
1 box pudding mix (4 serving size - small box) same flavor or complimentary flavor to cake flavor
1 cup sour cream
1/2 c. oil
1/2 c. water or milk (depends on my mood LOL)
4 medium eggs
I also sift the cake mix before mixing and bang the poo outta that pan once the batter is in it (though, i don't bother add the oil at the end - i mix it all together on low for about 30 secs and then on medium/low (# 2 on my KA) for about 2 1/2 to 3 mins.
makes an incredibly moist, yet very dense (great for carving) cake. i've never heard one single complaint about my cakes (usually its "OMG! This is go freakin' good" then I tell 'em its just a mix (ha) and they are like "NO FREAKIN' WAY! My mixes never taste like this" (duh, you don't doctor yours the way I do - HAHA)
anyway, try it, you'll love it!
Totally silly question but how many large eggs would you use for this? Thanks!
I too would be a tad insulted if someone said "your cake tastes just like the store cakes"........for me the whole purpose of exposing my family to my hobby is for them to see that the stores have nothing on me 
I also use the same recipe as butterflywings and it always turns out perfect and super delicious! I absolutely love that recipe!
OMG...
I would die if I was told mycakes tasted like a store cake!!!! I use a box mix...DH...and then I also bang the heck out of the filled pan cake to get the bubbles out...also make sure your stove/oven is leveled...in some houses there not...not that it has anything to do with the texture of the cake...was just saying. Im told my cakes are very Fresh, and Moist...and very very Yummy....thank you DH's...
I do know that the oven here is not level, but we rent and I don't want to complain, unless I decide to make this my job.
Merry
I really wouldn't want my cake to taste like something someone can get at a grocery store. Why use me if they can get it for less?
I want to 'believe' that people want or like my cake because it taste better.
Just experiment with some recipes or doctor up some box mixes and YES bang the heck out of the pan before baking and it'll help with the holes.
okay can someone tell me exactly how you bang the pans? cause when i do it it makes this horrible noise and i usually bake at night and i don't wanna wake people up.
tia!
okay can someone tell me exactly how you bang the pans? cause when i do it it makes this horrible noise and i usually bake at night and i don't wanna wake people up.
tia!
you bang the pans by banging it on the counter. Sorry, but it's a noise making process.
you might try to cushion the sound by laying a thick bath towel on the counter. But "banging" and "noise" usually go together.
Merry,
The stoves (as long as its not TOO old) have those feet on the bottom that you can turn (like a screw) to raise or lower a side. Check to see if yours has that, and if so just get a level, and a hubby/boyfriend/friend to help you level it yourself. It took about half an hour of "this side up, this side down" but we leveled ours.
BTW, I too am a cake banger and the above recipe is the same as mine with the exception of the sour cream. EVERYONE loves it.
Merry,
The stoves (as long as its not TOO old) have those feet on the bottom that you can turn (like a screw) to raise or lower a side. Check to see if yours has that, and if so just get a level, and a hubby/boyfriend/friend to help you level it yourself. It took about half an hour of "this side up, this side down" but we leveled ours.
BTW, I too am a cake banger and the above recipe is the same as mine with the exception of the sour cream. EVERYONE loves it.
Thanks BUT...It's a wall unit, I've looked for "Feet" and dont see them. I might have to take off the molding...But it's not that bad. I just can't bake big sheet cakes in it.
But "banging" and "noise" usually go together.
indydebi, I love reading your posts, you always find a way to crack me up!
When I was little my Aunt taught me to bang my pans and I thought she was nuts, but I have now too become a banger! LOL!!
Since I have started baking I can not see wasting the calories on a store bought cake! I tried a cupcake from my sons cake walk at school and could not eat it! I have been spoiled from all the recepies I have found here!
What type of cake do the super markets use?
I would like to try and make a sheet cake for a up coming event. My cakes are good but I want to get the same density, texture, and flavor as my local Giant.
Thanks
Merry
Try this http://forum.cakecentral.com/cake_recipe-2273-White-Cake.html
I'm pretty sure this is what you are looking for!!!!!!
I added an extra egg
For the doctored cake mix recipe on page 1 of this post, what temp do you bake it at?
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