
Betty Crocker Gluten Free Mix, Yellow Cake
What You Should Know
Betty Crocker Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix (15 oz) reads like a modern pantry shortcut: a brightly packaged box you’ll find in the baking aisle or on a dedicated gluten-free shelf, often shelved beside classic cake mixes, frostings, sprinkles and other party baking staples. The familiar red Betty Crocker spoon and cheerful photography position it as a family-friendly, approachable brand choice for home bakers who want traditional yellow cake flavor without wheat. This product is marketed toward busy parents, home entertainers, and people managing gluten intolerance who don’t want to sacrifice convenience or childhood flavors. The label leans on a strong "gluten-free" claim as its primary health cue; it lacks organic or “natural” certifications and is not presented as a health food. In plain terms, the mix is a highly processed pantry item made from refined rice flour, starches, added leavening agents and stabilizers. Sensory expectations are straightforward: a soft, tender crumb with sweet, buttery yellow-cake notes and a light, moist texture when prepared per box directions; slices are mild in aroma with the sugary sweetness noted on the label (about 180 calories and 20 g sugar per serving). Packaging is a single-use cardboard box with an inner sealed sachet—easy to store and portion—used in a quick ritual of pouring, whisking, and baking for birthdays, after-school treats, or last-minute gatherings. You’ll see it pulled out for holiday celebrations, simple weekend baking projects, or anytime someone wants a nostalgic, fast-made cake without mixing from scratch.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Sugar,, Rice, Flour,, Potato, Starch,, Canola, Oil,, Corn, Starch,, Leavening, (Baking, Soda,, Sodium, Aluminum, Sulfate,, Monocalcium, Phosphate),, Salt,, Xanthan, Gum..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains refined flours and starches, added preservatives/processing aids (leavening blends, xanthan gum) and is formulated as an industrial convenience product, fitting the NOVA ultraprocessed category.
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Common Questions about Betty Crocker Gluten Free Mix, Yellow Cake
The Yellow Cake mix can certainly be a fun treat, but calling it 'healthy' depends on your definition. It has 180 calories per serving and is high in sugar, with 20 grams of added sugars. If you're enjoying it occasionally as part of a balanced diet, it can fit right in!
