How to Upsize a Cake Mix That’s Too Small for the Recipe

Exact measurements matter in baking so when upsizing a cake, getting it right is crucial.
How to Upsize a Cake Mix That’s Too Small for the Recipe
Make your own "cake mix upsizer." Daniel Jedzura/Shutterstock
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In my kitchen, I have a small collection of cookbooks, which I consider prized possessions. One of them, the classic Betty Crocker Cookbook, was a wedding gift, and trust me, it’s seen more than its share of splatters and dog-eared/ripped pages. And I wouldn’t part with it for anything.

Another features 100 things to do with an ordinary cake mix. It is fabulous—or, I should say, it used to be.

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