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Loaf of cake with colorful sprinkles, sliced to reveal a soft, moist interior. This small cake made with 1 cup of cake mix is a simple, fun treat perfect for celebrations or a quick dessert.
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Small Cake With 1 Cup Of Cake Mix In A Loaf Pan

This small cake recipe is the perfect way to use up just 1 cup of cake mix and bake a delicious treat in a loaf pan! It’s moist, fluffy, and so easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. Whether you're baking for one or just want a small batch dessert, this easy loaf pan cake is the answer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Bake Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 1 cup of cake mix cake, cake mix in loaf pan
Cooking Method: Oven
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Calories: 256kcal
Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cake mix
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp sprinkles optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Spray an 8x4 inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, water, oil, and egg. Whisk until smooth.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • If using optional sprinkles, sprinkle them on top of cake.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

  • You can use any flavor of cake mix—vanilla, chocolate, lemon, or funfetti all work great!
  • This small cake is perfect for 2–4 servings and makes a fun mini dessert or birthday treat.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 271mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 1mg