It is OK to use a box baking product to cook. I do make homemade brownies, cakes, and cookies from scratch. However, sometimes it is cheaper for me to use a box because of coupons. It definitely has a convenient factor to it. Anyways, homemade always tastes better, but these products are a close second.
Brownies are probably my number one choice for baking in a box. I usually get fudge or ones with chocolate chips in them. I don't go with a store brand when it comes to these babies. This is one of the few products I am willing to spend an extra $.50 on because I can tell a difference. You really can't go wrong with Betty Crocker on this one. In fact, she is sitting in my cupboard right now.
I don't like box cookies. They don't come out as moist and fresh tasting. Every chocolate chip cookie mix I used has hardly any chocolate chips in it. I end up putting my own ingredients in it anyways. ugh! They never turn out right. Plus when I make homemade I get over 45 cookies in a batch. Duncan Hines gives me 16. Tell me if you know of a good baking boxed cookie.
I love Betty Crocker and Pillsbury when it comes to cakes. These brands make great cupcakes as well. The only complaint I have with Pillsbury is he never shows up when I am cooking. It has been a dream of mine to poke his tummy since I was a kid. Anyways, I always add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to my chocolate cake batter. It really gives it moisture and everyone loves it. It really is not a must though. Just a tip. ;)
This is my first time trying muffins from a box. I used Betty Crocker's help on this one. RIGHT when I opened the bag I thought, "These so called berries are NOT going to do it." The "berries" were so small and were more candy looking then fruit. I opened my fridge and added blueberries. Only a handful. I would not rely on the box alone on this one. They turned out great, but with some help. Kevin LOVED them.
The box said six, but I easily made seven!
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