Almond Custard Cake
This white cake pairs well with all sorts of frostings and fillings, but the chocolate frosting in this recipe is one of my favorites. Pressed for time? Add 1/2 tsp. of almond extract to a white cake mix instead. —Diane Shipley, Mentor, Ohio
BB-8 Cake
This BB-8 cake is easy to assemble and decorate. A cake mix gives you a jump-start so you can spend...
Reindeer Cake
Whether you turn this cake into a reindeer or decorate it with your own creative vision, it’s a three-layer stunner...
Lemon Refrigerator Cake
The recipe comes from my church group and is a light, refreshing cake for warm-weather days.
Chicken Cake
FROM its fruit roll-up comb to its licorice legs, this sweet treat is more than just chicken feed! It's a...
Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes
You only need a few baking staples to throw together these gooey delights. Boxed cake mix and a can of...
Snowman Cake
You can create this snowman without any special equipment. Kids and adults with smile when they see this cute cake.—Betsey...
Home Canning Cake
CT's staff cooked up a fun-filled treat—resembling a canning recipe card!
Their creation deliciously began with a rich devil's...
Raspberry Swirl Cupcakes
I'm a teenage farm girl who likes cooking and baking. These cupcakes are a favorite of mine.—Christine Sohm, Newton, Ontario
Cat Cake
This cat cake is perfect for a child's birthday, or to brighten up someone's day. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...
Miniature Castle Cakes
You can easily make several of these pretty palaces with a boxed cake mix, canned frosting and a few common...
Out-Of-This-World Cupcakes
These are a cinch to bake—and even more fun to decorate! Save the decorating fun for a party activity, and...
Monkey Cupcakes
Kids' eyes will light up when they see these cute jungle goodies. The cupcakes never fail to make my grandkids...
Pool Party Cake
This cleverly decorated cake with its "pool" of cool blue gelatin will steal the show at any gathering! We dipped...
Hidden Treasure Cupcakes
Let kids discover the “hidden treasure” inside these cute-as-can-be cupcakes! They’re make-ahead convenient, ensure even-steven portions of cake for all...
Circus Cake
Ideal for a child's party, this whimsical cake steals the show with its cotton candy topping and cookie-laced sides. —Taste...
Brown Bear Cake
Homemade chocolate frosting dresses up a boxed cake mix in this cute cake from our Test Kitchen home economists.
Barnyard Cupcakes
“My friend Kathy grew up on a farm, so I thought a ‘Farmer in the Dell‘ theme would be perfect...
Ghostly Pirate Cake
This moist white cake is a snap to prepare because it starts with a mix. Have fun decorating it--we sure...
Best Poppy Seed Chiffon Cake
This attractive cake never seems to fail, and it’s very moist. It’s a great choice for that special birthday celebration....
Brownie Delight
Brownie mix and instant pudding hurry along the preparation of this scrumptious layered dessert. My family asks for this treat...
Fish-Shaped Cakes
When Margaret detailed how she garnishes her deliciously different cake with slices of citrus from the trees around her Southwestern...
School Bus Cake
Here comes the big yellow bus! Kayla could hardly wait to board a real one to go to kindergarten, so...
Chip Lover’s Cupcakes
Making chocolate chip cookies is a challenge with three teenagers who are always grabbing the dough to "sample." Their love...
Rainbow Layer Cake
Fruity gelatin helps create the rainbow effect for this pretty cake. Lemon frosting is a nice and springy finishing touch....
Yellow Cupcakes
Nothing is better than homemade cupcakes. This yellow cupcake recipe makes delicious and fluffy treats. To top them, choose whatever...
Christmas Tree Cake
At the root of this pretty pine-shaped confection is a sweet secret you won't be able to keep to yourself....
Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
My family just loves these cupcakes, especially the subtle taste of peanut butter in the frosting. Chocolate frosting is equally...
Curveball Cupcakes
After frosting the cupcakes white, I used a fork and red gel icing to "stitch the seams." Everyone went nuts...
