Boxed cake mixes are an amazing way for the inexperienced baker to make an amazing and tasty dessert without the hassle.

These delicious and easy desserts have one thing in common: They start with a box of white cake mix. From traditional cakes and cupcakes to quick cookies and cobblers, this store-bought secret ...

In the mood for homemade cookies, but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen? Cake mix, one of our favorite store-bought shortcut ingredients, cuts down on prep time—but it doesn't affect the ...

A box of simple cake mix can be transformed into so many amazing desserts that go beyond the simple cake. This pantry staple can be whipped up into batches of delicious cake mix cookies with flavors ...

I always start the holiday season with ambitious goals, forgetting how fast time flies. So, in order to get as much done as possible, I don’t have a problem taking a few shortcuts. All those homemade ...

When cookie cravings call, answer with one of these way-too-easy recipes. Baking doesn't have to be an all-day project—these delicious cookies come together in minutes and don't require a stand mixer ...

Lisa Cericola has been on staff at Southern Living since 2015. As Deputy Editor, Lisa manages the food and travel departments and edits those sections of each issue, as well as digital content.

There's something wonderfully comforting about knowing that holiday magic can start with… a box. No not the beautifully wrapped kind sitting under the tree, but the humble little box of cake mix ...