I don't come from a line of bakers. When I think cake, I think boxed cake mixes from the store, whether it be a birthday cake, holiday cake or just for fun cake. Growing up, we did NOT buy ready-made store-bought cakes for birthdays. We always made them, but not homemade. Still, I remember the hand blender quite vividly. I always wanted to be the one who got to “clean” it if you know what I mean...that and the bowl.
Our celebrations were never lavish, but always special and memorable. I’m sure you’ve seen some of the food based reality-TV shows that focus solely on cakes. I’d love to conjure up something like that one day! For now, I'll stick with boxed cake mixes and attempt to get creative. This way, if it doesn't turn out like it should, I haven't invested too much time in it.
Switch out that traditional round store-bought cake or the square baking pan cake with these fun and playful DIY summer cake recipes using Betty Crocker® cake mixes.
This ice cream cone cake is sure to be a hit for birthday parties or summer gatherings!

What’s the next best thing to cake and ice cream in the summer for a birthday party or other special event? WATERMELON! You can have your cake and eat it, too; with this watermelon cake recipe from Betty Crocker!

Other Betty Crocker fave cake recipes include the Flip-Flops Cake for the beach-lover,

the Cookies n Cream Stuffed Cakes - Doesn't this look indulgent and delectable? It's perfect for a grown-up summer birthday celebration.

and the Butterfly Cake, which would make a great cake for a little girl blossoming into a new age group.

I’ve got my eye on the Angel Food Cupcakes with Whipped Cream & Berries cake recipe. I love incorporating fresh fruits. The tart berries offset the sweetness just enough!


Our celebrations were never lavish, but always special and memorable. I’m sure you’ve seen some of the food based reality-TV shows that focus solely on cakes. I’d love to conjure up something like that one day! For now, I'll stick with boxed cake mixes and attempt to get creative. This way, if it doesn't turn out like it should, I haven't invested too much time in it.
Switch out that traditional round store-bought cake or the square baking pan cake with these fun and playful DIY summer cake recipes using Betty Crocker® cake mixes.
This ice cream cone cake is sure to be a hit for birthday parties or summer gatherings!

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Photo Credit: Betty Crocker®

Photo Credit: Betty Crocker®

Photo Credit: Betty Crocker®

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and the Cherry Limeade Poke Cake.
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