CHICAGO (WLS) -- Finding ways to save money on weddings is leading to a rise in the popularity of smaller ceremonies with more do-it-yourself elements. The average cost of a wedding in the United ...

Cake mix recipes are a great shortcut when you want reliable results without extra steps. Starting with a boxed mix keeps things simple while still leaving room to add your own twist. These recipes ...

Wedding cakes are insanely expensive. They can cost upwards of $300, and that’s depending on how many tiers you want. They can cost a lot more if you want the enormous, flowery creations you see all ...

Join Chris Morocco in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as he makes easy chocolate cake. If you've got a bowl, a cheap hand mixer, and a couple of measuring cups, you can make this rich, chocolatey cake.

Perfectly flat layers for a layer cake are the key to even frosting, quick assembly, and a cake that looks as good as it tastes. Sure, you can try to trim the layers down when they come out of the ...

Your big day is just around the corner! The band is booked, the speeches are written, the cake is ready… but you still have the nagging feeling there's a little something missing? Don't worry, we've ...

You know our stance on DIY-ing a ton of stuff for your wedding: Generally, we caution against it, unless you’re really crafty, patient and super confident that you’ll be able to get the project done ...