What do I need to add to this cake mix?

Water, vegetable oil and eggs, as listed on the box. Some bakers swap milk for water or melted butter for oil for a richer cake.

How many cupcakes does one box make?

About 12 standard cupcakes. Fill liners about two-thirds full and bake at 350°F, checking a few minutes earlier than the sheet-cake time.

Yes, the mix itself is low fat and contains no artificial sweeteners. The oil and eggs you add carry most of the fat.

One box makes a single 8-inch or 9-inch round layer. For a two-layer cake, buy two boxes or bake one thicker cake and split it.

It is faster and more foolproof, with a lighter, moister crumb. Scratch devil's food gives a deeper chocolate flavor and a denser texture.

Keep it covered at room temperature for two to three days, or freeze unfrosted layers wrapped tightly for up to two months.

2 stores we checked sell it, including Target, Herbspro.

At Target, for $1.99, as of our latest check.

$1.99at TargetChecked Nov 10

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