(6 pack) Krusteaz Cinnamon Swirl Crumb Cake and Muffin Mix, 21 oz Box

This brand of boxed baked goods is my all time favorite! I’ve been making their cinnamon cake for the last decade and it has never let me down—it's absolutely foolproof. I even attempted to create a homemade version, but I quickly realized there’s no point in trying to improve on perfection! The cinnamon and sugar packet that you swirl into the batter is simply irresistible. Whenever I bring this cake to gatherings, I’m ALWAYS asked for the recipe. 10/10

A pantry staple. I use it as a base, not as directed. Make the batter with sour cream or buttermilk, an extra egg, sometimes melted butter. Sometimes add nuts, choc chips or fruit like a layer of apple slices or canned peaches. I use mixes more as if they are self-rising flour than as the box suggests and this is one of the best, most versatile that can turn into many fresh and delicious "home made almost scratch" favorites --- any time of day. Breakfast to tea to dessert to late night snack. A favorite!