Chocolate Bavarian Torte
Whenever I take eye-catching tortes to a potluck, such as this chocolate Bavarian beauty, I get so many requests for the recipe. —Edith Holmstrom, Madison, Wisconsin
Copycat Celebration Cheesecake
Both my children were born on the same day five years apart, so I like to make an elaborate dessert...
Hippity Hop Bunny Cake
This cute, festive cake will have your guests 'hopping' with happiness! Make the cake ahead and add the decorations close...
Layered Princess Cake
This magical princess cake will make any party feel special. Whether you're having a birthday party, princess party or baby...
Halloween Witch Cake
If you're looking for an extra-special dessert to serve for Halloween, this witch cake will delight all the ghouls and...
Layered Yellow Cake with Chocolate Buttercream
This yellow cake will become your go-to recipe for birthdays, but the tender cake with flavorful chocolate buttercream is truly...
Spiced Pomegranate-Pear Cake
This special-occasion pomegranate cake is a delicious combination of tender cake, tart fruit and rich buttercream. It is also beautiful...
Swedish Flop
Swedish flop was one of my Gramma Esther's favorites. Found mainly in the Chicago area, this combination of fluffy yeasted...
Homemade Boston Cream Pie
This elegant-looking Boston cream pie is so easy to prepare. Our dinner guests always seem to enjoy it. —Jane Uphoff,...
Confetti Birthday Cake with Chocolate Buttercream
This is a moist confetti cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped chocolate buttercream. It's perfect for birthday celebrations!...
Confetti Birthday Drip Cake
This is a moist and fluffy vanilla drip cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost...
Chocolate Pecan Pavlova
This will definitely capture your taste buds! This recipe is one of my family's favorites—especially at the holidays. Although it...
Homemade Confetti Cake
This is a moist and fluffy vanilla cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost impossible...
Bee Sting Cake
The bee sting cake, or bienenstich, may look daunting, but it's well worth the effort. Take the steps one at...
Apple Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting
I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year...
Our Most Elegant Torte Recipes
These stunning tortes taste as good as they look!
Black Walnut Layer Cake
My sister gave me the recipe for this beautiful cake years ago. The thin layer of frosting spread on the...
Reindeer Cake
Whether you turn this cake into a reindeer or decorate it with your own creative vision, it’s a three-layer stunner...
Unicorn Cake
This magical unicorn cake tastes as good as it looks. Baking in smaller pans creates impressive height, and a few...
Brooklyn Blackout Cake
If you love chocolate, you will LOVE this cake. I found this recipe when looking for a special cake to...
Strawberry-Chocolate Meringue Torte
I make this rich and delicious torte whenever I'm asked to bring dessert to any occasion. Use reduced-calorie whipped topping...
Raspberry Mocha Torte
I combined three of my favorite things to make this dessert...raspberries, chocolate and coffee.—Adrene Schmidt, Waldersee, Manitoba
Raspberry Coconut Cake
This seemed like a festive dessert to fix for the holidays, so I decided to try it out on my...
Triple-Layer Banana Cake
A year-round family favorite, the recipe for this moist layer cake was passed on to me by my mother. My...
Peanut Butter Layer Cake
My husband loves peanut butter, so this cake is his favorite. Sometimes I switch frosting recipes and use a chocolate...
Chocolate Torte
Mom's three-layer chocolate torte was always perfect with it's delicious whipped cream filling and a yummy chocolate frosting. Making this...
Hungarian Walnut Torte
"This truly special cake with its creamy not-too-sweet filling is one I've made for years. People say it is excellent,"...
Fruit-Filled White Cake
Your guests may think this dessert is too pretty to eat, but the flavorful cake, fluffy frosting and fun fruit...
White Chocolate Christmas Torte
Talk about a scene-stealer! This raspberry-filled cake, an exceptional dessert for any meal, is an especially lovely ending for a...
Cranberry-Carrot Layer Cake
This moist cake smothered with rich cream cheese frosting makes any dinner festive. Every autumn, I go to a cranberry...
Maple Walnut Cake
This maple-flavored cake with candied walnuts honors beloved my grandpa, who made maple syrup when I was a child. It...