Incredible Recipe: How To Make Petit Fours From A Cake Mix

Last Updated on August 6, 2022

How to make your petit fours from a cake mix? Remember, petit four is a small bite-size confectionery. It is indeed perfect for tea parties. Besides, you can make delicious homemade petit fours recipes made with cake mix at home. Plus, you can make these recipes for any occasion. You can also serve them for small get-togethers. For all those reasons, feel free to make these recipes at home. And as always, serve and impress your guests!

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1) What You Will Need In Making An Easy Petit Four With Cake Mix Recipe

Ingredients

For the cake

• One recipe of your favorite cake mix
• 1 to 1/2 cups of jam frosting or any filling of your choice

For the vanilla petit four icing

• 2 pounds of powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup of light corn syrup
• 1 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract

Equipment

• Measuring cups 
• Measuring spoons
• Standard size jellyroll pan
• Non-stick cooking spray
• Parchment paper
• Electric mixer
• Glass bowl
• Large serrated knife
• Offset spatula
• Sharp knife
• Cooling wire rack

Servings and preparation time

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Yields: 60 to 65 petit fours (about an inch in size)

Step by step instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, line your jellyroll pan with parchment paper. Doing so covers the inside bottom of your pan. After that, spray your parchment paper with a non-stick cooking spray. Afterward, set it aside.

Step 2

Then, prepare your cake mix. And be sure to follow the box instructions. Afterward, spread your cake batter into your pan evenly. After that, bake for about 19 to 22 minutes. Likewise, you can bake till your cake cooks thoroughly. 

Step 3

When your cake finishes baking, remove your cake from the oven. After that, allow your cake to cool for about 10 minutes. Then, make sure to remove it from the pan to cool completely. In addition to that, remove the parchment paper.

Step 4

You can prepare the icing while your cake is cooling. Then, combine all your icing ingredients in a medium-sized glass bowl. Afterward, heat it over a double boiler until the icing becomes smooth and warm. Also, remove from heat.

Step 5

After that, cut your cake in half using a large serrated knife. Likewise, you can use a cake slicer. Then, remove the top half of your cake. Also, fill the bottom layer with your desired jam or frosting. Because of that, make sure to utilize an offset spatula. Also, put the top half back. 

Step 6

Afterward, cut your cake into one-inch squares using a sharp knife. Then, arrange your cake slices into your cooling wire rack. After that, place the rack into a rimmed pan. 

Step 7

Then, pour your icing over the cake slices to coat the tops and sides. Also, if the icing starts to dry, transfer each slice from the rack. Afterward, transfer into a plate.

Step 8

Finally, decorate your cake slices with icing. Then, you can drizzle ganache over the top of your petit fours if you desire.

KITCHENATICS Small Baking Pan & Cooling Rack with 100 Sheets of Parchment Paper,9.6″ x 13″ x 1″

2) What you will need in making almond petit fours recipe

For the cake

• One pack of white cake mix
• Water (based on cake mix box)
• Vegetable oil (based on cake mix box)
• Egg whites (based on cake mix box)
• 1 tsp of almond extract

For the almond glaze

• One bag of powdered sugar, about 2 lb
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1/2 cup of corn syrup
• 2 tsp of almond extract
• 1 to 3 tsp hot water

Equipment 

• Measuring cups 
• Measuring spoons
• Mini muffin pan
• Non-stick cooking spray
• Electric mixer
• Glass bowl
• Saucepan
• Sharp knife
• Cookie rack 

Servings and preparation time

Preparation Time: 1 hour

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes

Yields: 60 petit fours

Step by step instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. After that, spray the inside bottom of your mini muffin pan. Then, dust it with flour.

Step 2

Afterward, prepare your cake batter according to the cake mix instructions. However, be sure to add one teaspoon of almond extract with the water into the cake batter.

Step 3

Then, divide the cake batter evenly among the muffin cups. In addition to that, fill the muffin cups halfway. 

Step 4

After that, bake your cake batter for about 10 to 15 minutes. Likewise, you can bake until it cooks thoroughly. Then, make sure to allow the cake to cool down for approximately 5 minutes. Do this before removing your cakes from the pan. Afterward, transfer the cakes into a cooling wire rack to cool completely for about 30 minutes.

Step 5

Then, place your cooling wire rack in a cookie sheet lined with waxed paper to catch the drips. 

Step 6

In a saucepan, combine your powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of water, corn syrup and, two teaspoons of almond extract. After that, put over low heat and frequently stir until the sugar dissolves. Then, please remove it from the heat. Also, stir in hot water and one teaspoon at a time until your glaze is fluid and pourable. 

Step 7

After that, arrange your mini cakes on the rack. And be sure to pour about one tablespoon of glaze over each cake. Also, keep in mind that it allows the glaze to coat the sides. Then, make sure to let it sit for about 15 minutes.

Step 8

Lastly, you can garnish your petit fours with edible flowers just before serving. Likewise, you can drizzle some chocolate on top.

3) What You Will Need In Making Chocolate Petit Fours Recipe

Ingredients

For the cake

• 1 cup of chocolate devil’s food dry cake mix
• One piece of a large egg
• 1/3 cup of water
• 1 tbsp of oil

For the filling

• 1/4 cup of orange marmalade or any jam of your choice
• 2 tsp of orange liquor

For the frosting

• 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup of coconut oil (you can also use butter)
• Sugar pearls or sprinkles for garnish

Equipment 

• Measuring cups 
• Measuring spoons
• 8-inch square pan
• Non-stick cooking spray
• Electric mixer
• Glass bowl
• Sharp knife
• Cookie rack 

Servings and preparation time

Preparation Time: 1 hour

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Yields: 12 petit fours

Step by step instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, spray your 8-inch square pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

After that, combine your cake mix, egg, water and, oil in a medium bowl. Afterward, mix using an electric mixer for about a minute.

Step 3

Then, pour your cake batter into the pan. Also, bake for about 10 minutes. Likewise, you can bake until it cooks thoroughly.

Step 4

Afterward, allow the cake to cool completely. Then, slice the cake into bite-sized squares. 

Step 5

Next, put your chocolate chips and coconut oil inside a glass bowl. After that, microwave it at 15-second intervals. Bear in mind to stir after each interval. 

Step 6

Ultimately, combine your marmalade and orange liquor in a different bowl.

Assembly: 

Step 1

First and foremost, sandwich two cakes with ham. Then, ensure to allow it to sit for several minutes. Afterward, dunk it into your melted chocolate. In addition to that, coat all the sides of the cake.

Step 2

After that, allow the chocolate frosting to harden. Then, refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Also, as usual, make sure to serve and enjoy!

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