Coconut Fudge Cake
“A big piece of this moist cake is a chocolate and coconut devotee's dream," notes Johnnie. "You should see my...
Raspberry Peach Tart
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
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
I made this fun and flavorful peanut butter and jelly cake for my son's first birthday. He just turned 33,...
Berries & Cream Torte
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
This light and airy yellow cake is moist but not too sweet, and the caramelized rhubarb topping adds tangy flavor...
Easter Basket Cupcakes
My mother and I would make these when I was growing up, and I had just as much fun sharing...
Chocolate Hazelnut Gateau
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
Everybody loves cupcakes, and these have a wonderfully tasty hidden treasure inside. They're rich and delicious! —Marlene Schollenberger, Bloomington, Indiana
Banana Bread Cake
This banana bread snack cake doesn't need any frosting—just a dusting of powdered sugar. Guests are always amazed that I...
Shortcut Tres Leches Cake
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
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...