What is the nutritional value of your mixes?

The nutritional value varies among our different mixes. Even then, it depends on the recipe variation you choose to make. Please see the nutritional panel available on the back of every box.

Is there an easy way to lower the cholesterol in your mix recipes?

Yes. Simply follow the low cholesterol recipe on the back of the Duncan Hines packaging. Please dont be tempted to use egg substitutes or to do away with the eggs altogether or the texture will be negatively affected .

Where is the Expiration Date Marked on the Package?

Every Duncan Hines product will list either an expiration date or manufacturing date on the package. This date can be found on the top of most packages.

If the box has the words "Rec Use By" or "Rec Best By", followed by a date, then what is listed is the expiration date. As an example, "Rec Best By Apr 29 07" means the product should be used by April 29, 2007. For best taste and product quality, we recommend that the product always be used by this expiration date. Any remaining numbers and letters are a plant code which doesn't involve the use by date.

If the product does not clearly state "Rec Use By" or "Rec Best By", this is an item stamped with the manufacturing date. Holding the package under a direct light, you will see a series of numbers and a letter either stamped in ink, indented or pressed into the package --- these are not the bar coded numbers which grocery stores use for pricing.

The first number represents the year in which the product was made. For instance, a 6 means it was made in 2006, a 5 is 2005 and so on. The next 3 numbers represent the day of the year the product was made. An example would be 6122E42, which would mean the product was made in 2006 on the 122nd day, or May 2, 2006. The remaining numbers and letters are a plant code which doesn't involve the date.

Duncan Hines Layer Cake mixes perform best if used within one year of the manufacturing date. Other Duncan Hines mixes and frostings should be used within one year. This time frame is only a guideline. If stored in a cool, dry area our products will remain fresh longer. Older mix is not harmful in any way; however, the leavening ingredient is affected by age, and the product may not rise properly.

1. PREHEAT the oven to 350 degrees.
2. GREASE the bottom of the pan only.
3. MIX together 2 boxes of the 19.8 ounce Family Style Chewy Fudge brownie mix. with 2/3 cup oil, 2/3 cup water and 2 eggs. (You can use 4 eggs for cake-like brownies). Stir all ingredients together in a large bowl with a spoon until well blended. This should take about 50 strokes. Spread evenly in the pan and bake at 350 degrees for 34 - 35 min.

• 1 & 1/3 cups of water
• 3 egg whites
• 1 tablespoon of oil

Don't combine more than two mixes at one time. Beat for two minutes. We don't recommend using pans deeper than 2". Various pan sizes may be used as follows:

Each mix yields 5 1/2 cups of batter. Cool 15 to 30 minutes in the pan on a wire cooling rack. Remove from the pan using the rack to support large layers.

When using any flavor other than white or one of our Chocolate based mixes for large layer, tier or party cakes, preheat the oven to 325 degrees. You will bake all sizes at this temperature. Grease and flour the pan. For each box of mix add the following:

• 1 & 1/4 cups of water
• 3 eggs
• 1 tablespoon of oil

Don't combine more than two mixes at one time. Beat for two minutes. We don't recommend using pans deeper than 2". Various pan sizes may be used as follows:

Each mix yields 5 1/2 cups of batter. Cool 15 to 30 minutes in the pan on a wire cooling rack. Remove from the pan using the rack to support large layers.

• 1 package of Bakery Style Blueberry Streusel or Cinnamon Swirl Muffin Mix
• 1 egg
• 2/3 cup of water

To prepare:

1. PREHEAT the oven to 350 degrees for a 9"x13" pan or to 400 degrees for a 9"x9" or an 8"x8" pan.
2. GREASE the pan.
3. MIX the batter following the basic directions on the box.
4. SPOON the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle topping evenly over batter before baking.
5. BAKE in the center of the oven at 350 degrees for a 9" x 13" pan for 22 to 27 min.
6. BAKE in the center of the oven at 400 degrees for a 9" x 9" pan for 20 to 25 min.
7. BAKE in the center of the oven at 400 degrees for an 8" x 8" pan for 23 to 28 min.

Cake is done when a toothpick comes out clean. COOL for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

To prepare an Optional Glaze Topping you will need 1/2 cup of confectioners sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir together sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze topping over warm coffee cake. Cool 10 to 15 min. before serving.
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