Cake Recipes

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    Coconut Fudge Cake

    1 review

    “A big piece of this moist cake is a chocolate and coconut devotee's dream," notes Johnnie. "You should see my...


    Raspberry Peach Tart

    1 review

    There’s no shortage of fresh peaches and raspberries where I live. I use the fruit I grow to bake up...


    Strawberry-Hazelnut Meringue Shortcakes

    3 reviews

    In summer the strawberry farms are open for picking. I serve strawberries with a crunchy hazelnut meringue cookie. —Barbara Estabrook,...


    Peanut Butter ‘N’ Jelly Cake

    4 reviews

    I made this fun and flavorful peanut butter and jelly cake for my son's first birthday. He just turned 33,...


    Berries & Cream Torte

    5 reviews

    It's so easy to see why this fruity dessert always impresses dinner guests. I sometimes substitute the berries with sliced...


    Homemade Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake

    5 reviews

    This light and airy yellow cake is moist but not too sweet, and the caramelized rhubarb topping adds tangy flavor...


    Easter Basket Cupcakes

    1 review

    My mother and I would make these when I was growing up, and I had just as much fun sharing...


    Chocolate Hazelnut Gateau

    3 reviews

    Gateau (pronounced ga-toe) is the French word for any rich and fancy cake. I think you'll agree that this dense...

    Peanut Butter Truffle Cupcakes

    3 reviews

    Everybody loves cupcakes, and these have a wonderfully tasty hidden treasure inside. They're rich and delicious! —Marlene Schollenberger, Bloomington, Indiana


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    Banana Bread Cake

    25 reviews

    This banana bread snack cake doesn't need any frosting—just a dusting of powdered sugar. Guests are always amazed that I...


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    Shortcut Tres Leches Cake

    32 reviews

    My mom's favorite cake is tres leches, a butter cake soaked in three kinds of milk. I developed a no-fuss...


    Favorite Coconut Cake

    11 reviews

    When I need an impressive dessert for a special occasion, this is the recipe I turn to. My guests are...


    Our Best Vanilla Cupcake Recipes

    Dress them up or keep them simple. Anyway you bake 'em, these very vanilla cupcakes will be perfect for your...


    30 Cute Desserts That Are (Almost) Too Adorable to Eat

    Looking for an out-of-the-box goodie or adorable treat for a birthday? These cute desserts look just as sweet as they...


    Top 9 Coconut Recipes You’ll Go Nuts For

    Nuts for coconut? From coconut cream pie to macaroons to buttery bars, these sweet, coconut desserts taste like paradise.


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    Top 10 Cake Recipes (as Chosen by Our Readers)

    Celebrate any occasion with one of our best cake recipes. These recipes get top marks from readers. Think wow-worthy tiered...


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    15 All-American Cakes That Take You Coast to Coast

    Take a sweet trip across the USA with these regional-favorite cake, cheesecake and cupcake recipes from cooks across the country.

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    25+ Cakes from Around the World

    Go global with your next bake. We rounded up traditional cakes from around the world. Find decadent recipes from Germany,...


    19 Healthy Birthday Cake Recipes You’ll Make Year After Year

    You don't have to drop your healthy eating habits at every celebration. These healthy birthday cake recipes will keep you...


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    48 Vintage Summer Cakes You Need to Try

    These cakes are bursting with old-fashioned charm, but before you get started make sure you have the right cake...