
Chocolate Bavarian Torte
Whenever I take eye-catching tortes to a potluck, such as this chocolate Bavarian beauty, I get so many requests for the recipe. —Edith Holmstrom, Madison, Wisconsin

Copycat Celebration Cheesecake
My children were born on the same day five years apart, so I go all out for their celebration. This...

Hippity Hop Bunny Cake
This cute, festive cake will have your guests 'hopping' with happiness! Make the cake ahead and add the decorations close...

Layered Princess Cake
This magical princess cake will make any party feel special. Whether you're having a birthday party, princess party or baby...

Halloween Witch Cake
If you're looking for an extra-special dessert to serve for Halloween, this witch cake will delight all the ghouls and...

Layered Yellow Cake with Chocolate Buttercream
This yellow cake will become your go-to recipe for birthdays, but the tender cake with flavorful chocolate buttercream is truly...

Spiced Pomegranate-Pear Cake
This special-occasion pomegranate cake is a delicious combination of tender cake, tart fruit and rich buttercream. It is also beautiful...


Swedish Flop
Swedish flop was one of my Gramma Esther's favorites. Found mainly in the Chicago area, this combination of fluffy yeasted...

Homemade Boston Cream Pie
This elegant-looking Boston cream pie is so easy to prepare. Our dinner guests always seem to enjoy it. —Jane Uphoff,...

Confetti Birthday Cake with Chocolate Buttercream
This is a moist confetti cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped chocolate buttercream. It's perfect for birthday celebrations!...

Confetti Birthday Drip Cake
This is a moist and fluffy vanilla drip cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost...

Chocolate Pecan Pavlova
This will definitely capture your taste buds! This recipe is one of my family's favorites—especially at the holidays. Although it...

Homemade Confetti Cake
This is a moist and fluffy vanilla cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost impossible...


Bee Sting Cake
The bee sting cake, or bienenstich, may look daunting, but it's well worth the effort. Take the steps one at...


Apple Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting
I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year...

Black Walnut Layer Cake
My sister gave me the recipe for this beautiful cake years ago. The thin layer of frosting spread on the...


Reindeer Cake
Whether you turn this cake into a reindeer or decorate it with your own creative vision, it’s a three-layer stunner...


Unicorn Cake
This magical unicorn cake tastes as good as it looks. Baking in smaller pans creates impressive height, and a few...

Peppermint Red Velvet Cake
A couple of years ago, I saw a recipe for a peppermint red velvet cake that called for cake mixes....

Boston Cream Pie with Chocolate Glaze
Yellow cake mix and vanilla pudding mix help create this classic dessert in no time. A rich chocolate glaze provides...

Chocolate & Coconut Cream Torte
My grandmother passed this recipe down to me years ago and now I make it for my own grandchildren. When...

Strawberry-Chocolate Meringue Torte
I make this rich and delicious torte whenever I'm asked to bring dessert to any occasion. Use reduced-calorie whipped topping...

Brooklyn Blackout Cake
If you love chocolate, you will LOVE this cake. I found this recipe when looking for a special cake to...

Pumpkin Cake with Whipped Cinnamon Frosting
My mom made this for me, and one bite can completely take me back to my childhood. You can easily...

Mint-Frosted Chocolate Cake
I often make a peanut butter version of this cake but wanted to switch things up by introducing a new...


Dark Chocolate Carrot Cake
Carrot cake has a dark side—and it’s divine! Cream cheese and shredded carrots in the batter keep the cake moist,...

Chocolate Carrot Cake
Finely shredding the carrots gives this cake an extra-nice texture. The walnuts sprinkled on top add crunch, but you can...

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,...

Candy Land Cake
My friend asked me to make her son's 5th birthday cake, and when I asked her what he wanted on...

Whipped Chocolate Dessert
This dessert makes a cool and delicious treat on a warm summer day. I bake a tender crust from a...

Cranberry-Carrot Layer Cake
This moist cake smothered with rich cream cheese frosting makes any dinner festive. Every autumn, I go to a cranberry...