Duncan Hines Perfect Size Cake Mix

I rate this product a 10+

When I first spotted this cake mix on the shelf I liked the idea of a smaller cake mix that would feed 2-4 people.  When I read that it comes with its own throwaway pan that made it even better.  Then I saw it also included the icing making it the full deal... but... normally when you see icing included you can bet there isn't enough so I felt sure you would be no where near enough to ice the cake.

Even though I was a little skeptical I went ahead and bought the Red Velvet Dream mix and yes I bought an extra container of Cream Cheese Frosting to fill in for the lack of what the box included. I took my mix home and found it really very simple to make.  The cake required 1 egg, 1/4 cup of water and 2 Tablespoons of butter.  The pan that came with it is 6" and looked like it would make the perfect size cake for my family of 2.  The icing I noticed was dry and it required 1 teaspoon of water and 4 Tablespoons of soft butter.  That too was simple enough to make.

So, how did my 'little' cake come out?  I have to say great!  I couldn't believe how much icing the package made - no I didn't have to use ANY of the extra that I bought.  The size came out to be about 6" across but it was as thick and maybe even a little thicker than what a 2 layer mix makes so it wasn't a thin layer.  As for taste - I'm not a chocolate lover but I have many friends who are and the 2 that were lucky enough to have a slice of my new 'little' cake wanted more.  They both agreed that it was moist and it is a mix that they will both be buying to make for themselves.

Now that I know how good this 'little' cake mix really is I plan on trying at least 2 of the other flavors - Lemon Bliss and Strawberries and Cream.  The both have to be delicious.

Pillsbury Supreme Collection Red Velvet Cake Mix

On a scale of 1 - 10 I give this cake an 8. 

This cake mix is perfect for the holidays or any time you need a cake quick.  The picture on the box, of course, isn't what your cake will look like but it still turns out pretty.  The inside cream cheese mix is moist and thick making it perfect to eat without a heavy icing on the outside.  You can also add ingredients such as nuts to the mix or the inside icing or add sprinkles for decorations.  The 2 giveaways that let you know it's not a from scratch cake is the texture and the slight pre-mix cake flavor that most box mixes seem to have.

Bauducco Panettone Specialty Cakes

On a scale of 1 - 10 I have the pleasure of giving this product a 10.  I've tried two of these cakes.  One is made with candied fruit and raisins, the other is made with milk chocolate chips.  Both are great toasted with a little butter but the best was when I made up a butter bourbon glaze (go to my site Stir, Laugh, Repeat for recipe) and let it seep into the one with the fruit and raisins.  Oh my!  This was delicious, easy and perfect as a take along for any party, cookout or gathering.  The chocolate chip one is great toasted, topped with ice cream and chocolate sauce.  And my food testers simply loved it!