Vanilla Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
Indulge in this layer cake topped with rich buttercream—a vanilla lover's dream. I use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor. —Michelle Dorsey, Wilmington, Delaware
Strawberry Balsamic Filled Cupcakes
Here's a twist on Grandma's strawberry shortcake. This combination of classic and sophisticated flavors is a perfect pairing for the...
Mint-Frosted Chocolate Cake
I often make a peanut butter version of this cake but wanted to switch things up by introducing a new...
Red Wine and Chocolate Cupcakes
Red wine and chocolate make an amazing pairing, especially in these rich, elegant cupcakes made for my mother’s birthday. She...
Mocha Hazelnut Torte
I make this cake on birthdays and other special occasions because it looks and tastes so amazing. The combination of...
Contest-Winning Raspberry Chocolate Torte
Wow holiday guests with this striking cake that looks fancy but is easy to decorate. The fresh raspberries and chocolate...
Peanut Butter Truffle Cupcakes
Everybody loves cupcakes, and these have a wonderfully tasty hidden treasure inside. They're rich and delicious! —Marlene Schollenberger, Bloomington, Indiana
Coconut Chiffon Cake
Toasted coconut adds visual appeal to this tall and impressive cake. With an airy texture and heavenly coconut-ginger flavor,it's a...
Heavenly Chocolate Cake
The cake's name says it all. Plus, it's tall, dark and delicious.—Billie B. Isaacs, Miamisburg, Ohio
Chocolate Espresso-Nut Torte
I love chocolate and nuts, and they come together deliciously in this torte. Serve it with sweetened whipped cream or...
Chocolate-Raspberry Polka Dot Cake
You'll have people requesting seconds on this tender cake. Chocolate cake layers are filled with a delightful raspberry whipped cream...
Best Chocolate Raspberry Torte
How do you make already delicious chocolate cake even more decadent? By adding a heavenly raspberry filling and a lovely...
Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting
I once sent this rich chocolate cake to my kids' teachers, and it vanished, so I had to make another...
Victorian Strawberry Chocolate Cake
With it's alternating light and dark layers, rich chocolate frosting and fresh strawberry garnishes, Amy Parker's heart-shaped cake will be...
Heavenly Surprise Cupcakes
The recipe for these filled and frosted cupcakes was handed down by my mother-in-law, who taught this fledgling cook what...
Strawberry Mascarpone Cake
Don't let the number of steps in this recipe fool you —it's easy to assemble. The cake bakes up high...
Chocolate-Cherry Brownie Cake
My grandmother taught me the tricks to making this cake, and I've added my own special touches. The melted chocolate...
Best-Ever Chocolate Cake
You can't miss with this delightful old-fashioned dessert. It's truly the best ever chocolate cake! It is moist and chocolaty,...
Red Velvet Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting
Celebrate in luscious style with these coconut-topped red velvet cupcakes. The sweet shreds lend fun flair. —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
Cheesecake Layered Red Velvet Cake
I love both red velvet cake and cheesecake. So why not combine them into one stunning red velvet cheesecake recipe?...
Brownie Torte
My mother-in-law first shared this recipe, and now it's often requested for birthdays and other special occasions. I like to...
Pudding-Filled Devil’s Food Cake
My grandmother gave me the recipe for her famous homemade chocolate cake. I remember she often had it when we...
Washington Cream Pie
Lyn Robitaille of East Hartland, Connecticut recalls, "My mom made this cherry-topped cake every year for my uncle, who shares...
Chocolate Cherry Cream-Filled Log
When you present this eye-catching dessert on your table, you'll be thanked with many "ooohs" and "aaahs".
It may...
Contest-Winning Brown Sugar Angel Food Cake
Brown sugar makes this moist, tender angel food cake delicious and different. Chunks of chopped toffee give its fluffy frosting...
Candy Explosion Cake
"I made this cake for a friend's 40th birthday party." This explosion of all things ooey, gooey and chocolate will...
Cherry Chocolate Layer Cake
Heads will turn when you bring this unforgettable cake to the table. And the attention will only increase when you...
Chocolate Lover’s Mousse Torte
With layer after luscious layer of creamy filling and cake, Chocolate Lover’s Mousse Torte proves irresistible every time. —Brenda Fisher,...
Cherry Pound Cake
Here's a rich classic pound cake with the pretty surprise of bright red cherries tucked inside and dotting the creamy...
Cherry Cordial Cake Balls
Brandy and coffee add mild flavor to these scrumptious cherry cake balls. —Susan Westerfield, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Coconut Dream Cake
My friends and family love this beautiful cake. I keep it refrigerated before serving to keep it moist and sweet....
