Moisture is key to a professional finish. Brushing cakes with simple syrup (plain or flavored) locks in moisture, extends freshness, and gives even boxed cakes the soft, tender crumb and flavor depth ...

These easy shortcut recipes turn boxed cake mix into desserts that look like they came from a bakery. With a few smart a ...

St. Louis' gooey butter cake is one of the Midwest's best inventions, and adding canned pumpkin puree into the mix elevates ...

Goldman recommends adding some fruit and spice to your boxed cake mix to take it to the next level. “Toss in some chopped up apples and some cinnamon, and do an apple cinnamon cake—or swirl in some ...

Dessert doesn't need to be difficult. These two recipes can simplify making a delicious dessert this Thanksgiving.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are times in your life that making a cake from scratch feels special and impressive. But do you ...