Cake Recipes

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    Mama’s Spice Cake

    6 reviews

    Whenever I get a craving for a tasty old-fashioned treat, I make this cake. Great cooks in my family have...


    Grandma’s Applesauce Cake

    12 reviews

    This moist applesauce cake recipe is a treasured heirloom passed down from my Grandma Stuit, who cooked for a family...


    Citrus Mini Cakes

    6 reviews

    These moist, bite-size muffins from Linda Terrell of Palatka, Florida are melt-in-your-mouth good. "With their appealing look, they really dress...


    Toffee-Mocha Cream Torte

    11 reviews

    When you really want to impress someone, this scrumptious torte is just the thing to make! Instant coffee granules give...


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    Contest-Winning Moist Chocolate Cake

    80 reviews

    You don't have to spend a lot of time to serve an elegant and delicious dessert. Just mix up the...


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    Gran’s Apple Cake

    55 reviews

    My grandmother occasionally brought over this wonderful cake warm from the oven. The spicy apple flavor combined with the sweet...


    Pineapple Pudding Cake

    137 reviews

    My mother used to love making this easy pineapple sunshine cake in the summertime. It's so cool and refreshing that...


    Sour Cream Chocolate Cupcakes

    14 reviews

    My husband and I love these classic moist, chocolaty cupcakes. The sour cream is definitely the ingredient that give them...

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    Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    184 reviews

    I discovered this wonderful pumpkin cupcake recipe and changed a bit to suit my taste. I love the flavor of...


    Carrot-Spice Cake with Caramel Frosting

    38 reviews

    This cake starts with a mix, but it’s loaded with extras to give it that "from-scratch" flavor. It’s so moist...


    Cardamom-Walnut Pound Cake

    A number of years ago I ordered a slice of walnut cake at a local restaurant that was known for...


    Cola Cake with Strawberries & Cream

    6 reviews

    We Southerners have been eating cola cake for decades. This easy version has strawberries too. Chill it in the fridge...


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    Chunky Apple Cake

    124 reviews

    After taste testing lots of apple cakes, I've found this apple cake recipe the best. Full of old-world comfort, the...


    Upside-Down Apple Gingerbread

    11 reviews

    Don't expect any leftovers when you take this moist cake to a potluck. People love it because it's a little...


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    Glazed Lemon Chiffon Cake

    4 reviews

    Drizzled with sweet-tart lemon glaze, this fluffy cake is a real treat. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah


    Holiday White Fruitcake

    14 reviews

    Years ago, when I attended Koloa Missionary Church in Hawaii, a friend gave me this recipe. Now I whip up...


    Old-Fashioned Molasses Cake

    32 reviews

    This old-time spice cake is lower in fat but big on flavor. Serve it warm for breakfast on a frosty...

    Coconut Poppy Seed Cake

    11 reviews

    This moist coconut cake is definitely one of my most-requested desserts. Use different cake mixes and pudding flavors for variety....


    William Tell’s Never-Miss Apple Cake

    141 reviews

    I bake my family-favorite fall cake to usher in this abundant season. It looks so luscious that eating one piece...


    Chunky Apple-Cinnamon Cake

    5 reviews

    This is a nice change from apple pie. It's tasty and worthy of a special occasion—plus, it’s very easy to...


    Elvis’ Pudding Cake

    1 review

    I love the flavors of peanut butter and banana together, and this slow-cooker pudding cake is just like eating an...


    Upside-Down Strawberry Shortcake

    9 reviews

    For a tasty twist, this special shortcake has a berry layer on the bottom. The tempting strawberry upside-down cake is...


    Blueberry Lemon Cake

    13 reviews

    I always set aside some of my fresh-picked blueberries to make this tender lemon blueberry cake. Using cake mix makes...

    Icebox Cake

    19 reviews

    You don't have to bake to serve a wonderful dessert! This icebox cake is made from chocolate wafers and whipping...


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    Cherry Pudding Cake

    33 reviews

    A cross between a cake and a cobbler, this cherry dessert is awesome. Add it to your list of trusty...


    Carrot Layer Cake

    44 reviews

    My sister gave me this recipe for what she calls "the ultimate carrot cake," and it really lives up to...


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    Lemon-Blueberry Pound Cake

    56 reviews

    Pair a slice of this moist lemon-blueberry cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It's a staple at our...


    Pecan-Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

    3 reviews

    This cake's one I prepare frequently for Sunday dinner. I also make it for church meetings and to take to...


    Heavenly Angel Food Cake

    30 reviews

    This light, moist cake is my favorite. It tastes heavenly and is special enough for most any occasion. —Fayrene De...