When it comes to sweet treats, who is there to ever deny to snack on some? But what if you prepared everything to serve some rich brownies to your friends but now, they want a cake? It can be a bit of trouble, don't you think?
Surely it might seem like one daunting task, but hey, with us here, you can stop wondering how to turn a brownie mix into cake.
Cake and Brownie – What Is the Difference?
To anyone who has ever had a proper cake or a brownie, it is the texture that sets them worlds apart. If you were to taste both of them blindfolded, the texture alone would tell you which is which. A traditional brownie is chewy and dense, while on the other hand, a cake is softer and a little bit drier.
So, in order to use brownie mix to make a cake, some alterations have to be made to achieve a fluffy and light texture.
Now, these instructions for turning a brownie mix into cake are not available at the back of the brownie mix box but lucky for you; we have got it all covered!
Materials You Will Need
- An oven
- Cake pan
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Hand mixer
- Food measuring scale
- Mixing Bowl
While these baking tools are enough for this specific baking process, you might want to take a look at Essential Baking Tools to know the in-depth uses of each baking material included in similar tasks.
Changes in Ingredients to Keep in Mind When Baking the Brownie Mix
Baking Soda/Powder
Most brownie mixes come with baking powder and sometimes even baking soda that are already included, intended to give the brownie some height while baking.
Thus, to achieve the cake height, all you need to do is add a teaspoon of baking powder to the dry mix, which will make the cake taller and much fluffier than any brownie.
Oil and Butter Changes
Amongst all the ingredients needed to make a brownie, you will find that butter is at the top. Lots of fat has to be added to create that rich and dense texture.
Thus, we need to reduce the density of our brownie mix in order to make our cake. An easy way to do that is by using applesauce or corn syrup as replacements for the oil and butter. This will keep the cake fairly moist and not feel too dense.
Also read: Top 7 butter churner reviews.
Egg Whites
A good cake or cakes, in general, will need eggs. Egg whites give the cake its structure and height. Brownies, in general, are not stacked quite as high as cakes, so they do not require that many egg whites.
So, to give your magnificent cake that structure, do not feel any hesitation in adding another egg white on top of the recommended amount for the brownie packet mix.
Egg Yolks
On the other hand, egg yolks are used to create the brownie's thick, rich, and dense center. This will have to be adjusted if you want your cake to have a spongy and light texture.
Different brands of brownie mix will need a different amount of egg yolks. So, you need to adjust accordingly by using about half the recommended amount to achieve that spongy texture you want in your cake.
Egg White Substitutes for Vegans
Flaxseed can be an amazing vegan substitute for eggs if you do not wish to use egg whites. A general rule of thumb is one tablespoon of flaxseed powder and three tablespoons of water for each egg being replaced.
While flaxseed powder is a lifesaver for vegans, even if you are not a vegan or are simply wanting to avoid eggs, take a look at Egg Substitutes to find out all the available alternatives you should consider when baking!
How to Bake the Brownie Mix into a Cake – Step by Step Guide
Now that all the prep and busy work is done, it is time for the fun part - actually baking the cake. Here is our step-by-step process that will guide you thoroughly in this sweet treat adventure.
Step 1: Prepare All the Baking Ingredients
After making all the alterations to ingredients, this step is already completed.
Step 2: Creating the Mixture
Pour the mixed flour and brownie mix into a mixing bowl. You can add some chocolate syrup for a more chocolaty flavor.
Then, it is time to add the wet ingredients. Add 2 eggs, the oil or applesauce, water, and baking powder into the bowl with the flour.
Mix everything together with a mixer thoroughly or until the dough reaches a thick enough consistency.
Step 3: Getting Ready to Bake
Now that the mixing is complete pour the batter into a cake pan and spread it nice and evenly using a spatula. You can put some toppings if you like before baking, such as chocolate chips, M&Ms, or even dry nuts, wafer bits, and more!
Step 4: Bake the Cake!
The baking procedure for brownies and cake is very similar to each other, so you will not have to make any alterations.
Heat the oven to 300°F before putting the brownies in. The recommended temperature for baking the brownie mix into cake is 350°F. This can last for about 30 to 35 minutes.
Step 5: Check to See the Baking Texture of the Cake
The toothpick test is a reliable and timeless method to check if your cake is finished or not. Simply poke a single toothpick right into the center of the cake after it is done baking.
Pull out the toothpick and check if any sort of muggy batter comes out with it. If the toothpick is clean, that’s the sign that your cake is perfectly baked. But if it has some batter stuck to it, put the cake back into the oven and bake it some more.
After your cake is ready, let it cool for a while and then flip it out of its pan.
Step 6: Test the Taste of Your Cake
The end result is a chocolate cake that will taste very rich and chocolaty. It will definitely feel less dense and heavy than a traditional brownie, but it will probably not be as fluffy or light as a sponge cake.
There you go. This is everything you need to know on how to turn brownie mix into cake. We hope this guide has helped you and your food adventures.
Final Words
In short, for the perfect cake made from a brownie packet mix, you will need to increase the number of eggs while reducing the fat content in the mix.
In all fairness, if you just followed this set of instructions and nothing else, you will wind up with a desert atrocity that should not belong on anyone's plate, so go ahead and follow our process now that you know how to turn a brownie mix into cake. Happy baking!
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