Why is my carrot cake so dense?

Why is my carrot cake so dense?

The batter has the active chemicals throughout, and will form bubbles and expand. The chunks contain no bubbles, and just sit there. So with the same amount of cake, you get less bubbles, and hence less lift for the same amount of batter, leading to a dense texture.

How do you make boxed cake better for stacking?

Add the amount of eggs called for in the recipe but add two extra egg yolks. The extra yolks add the density and moisture you’d find in a bakery cake! Milk: Add MILK, not water, when your box mix calls for liquid. The milk adds density, fat and, most importantly, extra flavor to your mix.

Can you use box cake for stacking?

If I am using a box mix I just substitute the oil for butter and milk for the water. Makes a nice sturdy cake that is great for stacking and/or carving.

How do you make carrot cake with cake mix?

Directions PREHEAT oven to 350°F, and spray baking pans with cooking spray. Prepare cake mix batter as directed on package, stirring in carrots, pineapple and 3/4 cup of the pecans until well blended. Pour into 2 (9-inch) square baking pans. Bake 25 to 30 minute or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean.

How do you make cake mix better?

If you want a better box cake mix you need to substitute melted butter for the oil and double the amount your recipe calls for. If you are on a diet, use applesauce instead of the extra oil or butter. It won’t be as flavorful, but it will help with moist cakes.

How do you make homemade cake mix?

Directions Mix together flour, baking powder, and salt; stir to blend. Mix in sugar. Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture looks crumbly. Label and store in a sealed plastic bag at room temperature. Makes 1 pakage mix. To Use: Pour 1 package of mix into a mixing bowl;. add 3/4 cup milk and 1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract.