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Typical yields shown on boxed mixes include: an 8x8-inch square pan, a 9x13-inch (sheet) pan, two 8–9" round cake layers, or about 24 cupcakes. Muffin mixes commonly list roughly 12–14 muffins per box (about 12 standard muffins).

Common mix-ins and flavors include cinnamon crumb toppings, candy bits (as in funfetti mixes), real blueberries in muffin mixes, semi-sweet chocolate or chocolate ganache in molten cakes, and coffee-flavored sponge in tiramisu-style desserts.

This selection appears in three main forms: boxed mixes for baking at home, ready-to-eat bakery items, and fully baked frozen desserts that are heat-and-serve.

Boxed mixes are typically combined with water, eggs, and oil, then baked according to package directions. Single-serve microwave muffin cups are mixed with milk or water and heated in the microwave (about 60 seconds). Some frozen single-serve cakes are fully baked and only require reheating in the oven or microwave.

Single-serve microwave muffin cups heat in about 60 seconds. Frozen molten cakes list oven heating at about 15–18 minutes (preheat to 400°F) or microwave reheating of roughly 50–60 seconds, depending on the product and instructions on the package.

Product details show varying protein amounts per serving across items—examples include about 1 gram, 12 grams, and 15 grams of protein, depending on the specific muffin or mix.