My birthday is on July 3. I always thought the Fourth of July fireworks were just for me. And every year since I can remember I’ve had a "flag cake" to celebrate: a basic vanilla boxed cake topped ...

In a mixing bowl, beat pumpkin, sugar and oil. Add eggs; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Add flour mixture to pumpkin mixture and beat until well blended. Pour into lightly ...

Kat Thompson is the audience editor of Eater’s Southern California/Southwest region. For many people, including myself, boxed cake mix is the entry point to baking. It’s both convenient to use and ...

Adding ricotta to boxed cake mix makes the cake incredibly moist and keeps it fresh for days. This tip works with any boxed cake mix, from vanilla to chocolate to Funfetti. Lemon zest enhances the ...