Filling the house with the smell of fresh vanilla and warm sugar is a simple joy that makes any afternoon feel special. These easy recipes take the hard work out of baking, proving you don’t need a ...

I’ve realized over the years that certain recipes become the heartbeat of my kitchen because my family simply refuses to let ...

These easy homemade cake recipes are perfect for birthdays, holidays and anytime you want a special treat. Whether you make a beautiful layered cake with decorations or just an easy sheet cake we have ...

Southern bakers have always been crafty with the ingredients they have on hand and the time they have to use them. Even if Mama is a diehard from-scratch baker, there are times when everyone has to ...

Learn the top 20 cake recipes that Southern Living readers believe are the best of all time, from Hummingbird Cake to Million ...

Imagine a homemade cake mix that kickstarts a dizzying variety of cakes. Caroline Wright's latest cookbook, Cake Magic! ($17.95, Workman), delivers on that dream. With a make-ahead dry mix as a base, ...

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From bundt cakes to layer cakes, these nostalgic Southern cakes are more popular than ever. With colorful backstories and unique flavors, they're guaranteed to be the buzz at your next party.

This year has given us nostalgia for even the most basic things: hugs, groups of people, taking trips. So why not take this time to make our favorite dessert from over a decade ago? Cake pops popped ...

It’s so easy to follow the instructions on the box and bring a crowd-pleasing cake to the table that even kids can do it. But today, we’re celebrating a boxed cake mix-based d ...