This easy Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix takes 5 minutes to whisk together and it is perfect for keeping on hand in the pantry for those chocolate cupcake cravings or last minute party needs! This mix is just as easy as boxed cake mix but 100% homemade!
RECIPE IS BELOW IN PRINTABLE RECIPE CARD BUT BLOG POST IS FULL OF “HOW TO MAKE IT”, TIPS, INFORMATION AND FAQ
My little boy loves to bake in the kitchen with mom. He loves to measure ingredients, stir, fill cupcake liners, watch mommy put cupcakes into the oven and then he loves to help decorate them with icing and lots and lots of sprinkles.
So having cake mix in the house is a MUST for us. Not only do I love having cake mix in the house to make cupcakes with Jackson but I also love to have it because I make a lot of cupcakes for work and because it is easy to grab if I need to make a quick dessert for friends or family.
Yes, I make cakes from scratch but it is so nice to be able to grab a mix.
This cake mix is also a fun DIY gift from the kitchen.
Why You Should Make Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix…
- great to have on hand for quick cupcakes or cakes
- Unlike store box mix, homemade means you know what ingredients are in this cake mix
- perfect pantry staple
- a great gift from the kitchen
QUICK GLANCE AT INGREDIENTS for Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix:
FOR DRY MIX
Dry Ingredients:
- all purpose flour
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- white sugar
- baking powder
- salt
TO USE MIX TO MAKE CUPCAKES OR CAKE:
Wet Ingredients:
- eggs
- vanilla extract
- vegetable oil
- milk
(AMOUNTS IN RECIPE CARD BELOW)
How to make Chocolate Cake Mix:
- FOR DRY MIX
In a large bowl, Mix all the dry ingredients.
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Pour into storage jar or container with lid.
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Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months until ready to use.
- TO MAKE CUPCAKES OR CAKE WITH THIS MIX:
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Mix the eggs, vanilla and oil into the dry mix until batter is smooth.
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Mix the milk in until combined with batter.
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Scoop batter into 24 cupcake liners
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Cook at 350F for 20 minutes.
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Cool completely on a wire cooling rack before frosting.
If you’re going to give this as a gift, make sure to include the eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil and milk amounts and the recipe to make the cake and/or cupcakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
24 cupcakes – Bake at 350F for 20 minutes
OR
1 – 9×13 sheet sheet cake – Bake at 350F for 25 minutes
OR
2-Layer 9 inch round Cake pans / layers – Bake at 350F for 30 minutes
If stored in an airtight container or jar, this cake mix will last at least 3 months.
How To Use Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix – Chocolate Cupcake and Cake Designs to make with this homemade cake mix:
You’ll find that a lot of these cake recipes below us a from scratch cake mix but you can make these cupcake and cake flavors with this cake mix as well!
- Homemade Samoa Cupcakes
- Toy Story Forky Cupcakes
- Strawberry Ghost Dark Chocolate Cupcakes
- German Chocolate Cupcakes
- Mickey Mouse Oreo Cupcakes
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake
Frosting Recipes to use with this Cake Mix for Cake or Cupcakes:
If you’re baking something using this awesome cake mix, you’re going to need a frosting for it! Here are some of my favorite frosting recipes:
- Homemade Chocolate Fudge Frosting
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frosting
- Homemade Marshmallow Frosting
- Homemade Eggnog Frosting
Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix
Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix
This easy Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix takes 5 minutes to whisk together and it is perfect for keeping on hand in the pantry for those chocolate cupcake cravings or last minute party needs! This mix is just as easy as boxed cake mix but 100% homemade!
Ingredients
For Dry Mix
- 2 3/4 cups flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
To Use Mix to Make Cupcakes:
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup milk
Instructions
For Dry Mix:
Mix all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and pour into storage jar or container. Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months until ready to use.
To Make Cupcakes or Cake with this mix:
Mix the eggs, vanilla and oil into the dry mix until batter is smooth.
Mix the milk in until combined with batter.
Scoop batter into 24 cupcake liners
Cook at 350F for 20 minutes.
Poke the cake or cupcakes centers with a toothpick to ensure it’s cooked through.
Notes
If you're going to give this as a gift, make sure to include the eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil and milk amounts and the recipe to make the cake and/or cupcakes.
When used to make cupcakes this yields:
24 cupcakes - Bake at 350F for 20 minutes
1 - 9x13 sheet sheet cake - Bake at 350F for 25 minutes
2-Layer 9 inch round Cake layers - Bake at 350F for 30 minutes
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1 cupcakeAmount Per Serving: Calories: 158Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 56mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 1gSugar: 13gProtein: 3g
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