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recipe for copycat cracker barrel double fudge coca cola cake

Copycat Cracker Barrel Double Fudge Coca Cola Cake

Coca cola has a slightly spicy flavor to it which shines through in this chocolate cake recipe. It's just like they serve at Cracker Barrel...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for lemon cream cheese pound cake

Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake

This cake is made with a cream cheese pound cake base and is infused with flavors of lemon, vanilla, and orange. It is then topped with a homemade lemon glaze that makes...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate chambord cake

Chocolate Chambord Cake

This chocolate Chambord cake is hard to resist! The rich chocolate flavor pairs perfectly with the tart raspberry preserves, and the Chambord liqueur gives it a lovely hint of...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for carrot tofu cake

Carrot Tofu Cake

Finally, a cake that balances sweetness with nutrition, this carrot tofu cake makes the most of whole wheat and shredded carrots while infusing moist richness with applesauce and tofu.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for moist buttermilk yellow cake

Moist Buttermilk Yellow Cake

A moist and flavorful yellow cake made from scratch. Try topping it with a rich chocolate or strawberry buttercream frosting.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for crescent roll king cake with cream cheese-cinnamon filling

Crescent Roll King Cake With Cream Cheese-Cinnamon Filling

Crescent rolls to the rescue for a quick and easy way to make a King Cake for Mardi Gras.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat duff's smorgasbord hurricane cake

Copycat Duff's Smorgasbord Hurricane Cake

Ready to rock your next bake-off? Step aside basic desserts; Duff's Smorgasbord hurricane cake is here to claim the spotlight with its fruity flair.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for 3 egg sponge cake

3 Egg Sponge Cake

A light, fluffy sponge cake like this is a perfect canvas for playing with all kinds of dessert topping flavors.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for ginger ale pound cake

Ginger Ale Pound Cake

The addition of ginger ale in this pound cake recipe helps give it a little extra sweetness and makes the cake texture a bit lighter.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for blue ribbon carrot cake with cream cheese icing

Blue Ribbon Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Icing

If you're looking for a delicious way to celebrate a special occasion or just treat yourself on a Tuesday, this blue ribbon carrot cake is here to make...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for butter pecan coconut bundt cake

Butter Pecan Coconut Bundt Cake

What makes this cake so incredibly moist? It's the frosting that is baked right in with the cake mix!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for waldorf-astoria red velvet cake

Waldorf-Astoria Red Velvet Cake

Red velvet cake always makes a splash. Something about the contrast between deep red cake and stark white frosting just pleases the eye, almost as much as it pleases the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hobee's coffee cake

Hobee's Coffee Cake

The smell of baking cake is like a warm welcome, and this recipe for Hobee's coffee cake will have your kitchen smelling like a bakery in no time.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for 12 egg white angel food cake

12 Egg White Angel Food Cake

This classic 12-egg white angel food cake is light and fluffy, with a delicate flavor. Perfect for any special occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for dutch spice cake (ontbijtkoek)

Dutch Spice Cake (Ontbijtkoek)

Ready to spice up your baking routine? This Dutch treat, also known as Ontbijtkoek, promises to be your sweet little secret.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for basic red velvet cake with self-rising flour

Basic Red Velvet Cake With Self-Rising Flour

Self-rising flour takes some of the guesswork out of this rich and moist red velvet cake made from scratch.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for australian sticky date pudding

Australian Sticky Date Pudding

Made with baking soda, sugar, eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, vanilla extract, baking powder, butter, whipping cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for lady bird johnson's mexican chocolate cake

Lady Bird Johnson's Mexican Chocolate Cake

Lady Bird Johnson was well known for her environmental work but did you know she was also famous for her Mexican chocolate cake? A Texas favorite.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for the corner bakery cafe's cinnamon creme coffee cake

The Corner Bakery Cafe's Cinnamon Creme Coffee Cake

This cinnamon creme coffee cake is a slice of heaven, with layers of buttery cake, sweet cinnamon filling, and a hint of almond to make breakfast the...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for original best foods chocolate mayonnaise cake

Original Best Foods Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

Mayo is the secret ingredient in this cake that keeps it super moist

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for baby food carrot cake

Baby Food Carrot Cake

Who says baby food is just for babies? Grab your apron and prepare to whip up a delightfully moist cake that might just become your go-to for dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low fat & low cholesterol chocolate cake

Low Fat & Low Cholesterol Chocolate Cake

Baking doesn't always have to mean a sugar overload. This low-fat, low-cholesterol chocolate cake shows you can enjoy dessert without a hefty price tag for your...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spanish sponge cake (bizcocho)

Spanish Sponge Cake (Bizcocho)

Bring a taste of Spain into your kitchen with this decadent Spanish sponge cake also known as bizcocho. It's a light and delicate cake with just a hint of lemon.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for angel food cake with pineapple

Angel Food Cake with Pineapple

Made with crushed pineapple, angel food cake mix

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chocolate suicide cake

Chocolate Suicide Cake

Made with six different chocolate ingredients and a big splash of Kahlua, this is one of the most chocolaty cakes you'll try.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cake mix carrot cake

Cake Mix Carrot Cake

A light carrot cake made with yellow cake mix, shredded carrots, pineapple, and spices and topped with cream cheese frosting

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat cracker barrel carrot cake

Copycat Cracker Barrel Carrot Cake

Made with eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, salt, cream cheese, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cherry streusel cake

Cherry Streusel Cake

Finally, a delicious compromise between cake and pie. Crumbly streusel topping, sprinkled onto layers of cake batter and cherry pie filling, puts the finishing touch on this...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat bill knapp's chocolate cake

Copycat Bill Knapp's Chocolate Cake

The chocolate cake at Bill Knapp's was a favorite of chocoholics. It's a simple chocolate cake that is drenched with a rich chocolate sauce and served with a scoop...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for kahlua-vodka cake

Kahlua-Vodka Cake

Have you ever thought about how cake could be both delicious and a little bit tipsy? This Kahlua-Vodka Cake might just be the perfect slice for your next gathering.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 1 minute cake

1 Minute Cake

The famous one minute mug cake! If you are craving a bite of cake this recipe is for you. Just a few ingredients in a mug and one minute in the microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pashka (russian easter cake)

Pashka (Russian Easter Cake)

Pashka is a traditional Russian Easter cake made from whipped cottage cheese, eggs, and candied fruits.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for cheesecake cupcakes

Cheesecake Cupcakes

These cupcakes are the perfect blend of two classic desserts: cheesecake and cupcakes. The creamy cheesecake filling is rich and flavorful, while the vanilla wafers add a crispy...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for better than robert redford dessert

Better Than Robert Redford Dessert

If you're craving a treat that's as alluring as a classic film star, this Better Than Robert Redford dessert is just the ticket. It layers flavors and textures that...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate budino (italian pudding cake)

Chocolate Budino (Italian Pudding Cake)

Decadent chocolate budino is a must-try, combining luscious chocolate and gooey interior; perfect with ice cream or fresh berries.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for low-carb almond flour pound cake

Low-Carb Almond Flour Pound Cake

Don't deny yourself a sweet treat just because you're on a low carb diet! This tasty cake is made with almond flour and Splenda to satisfy your sugar craving without...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for frangelico rum cake

Frangelico Rum Cake

Made with pecans, sugar, instant vanilla pudding mix, eggs, water, oil, rum, Frangelico liqueur, yellow cake mix

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cake mix banana pound cake

Cake Mix Banana Pound Cake

Pound cake made easy. It calls for yellow cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, mashed bananas and spices.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for king cake with cream cheese filling

King Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

A traditional style King Cake for Mardi Gras. It's made with a yeast dough and filled with a cream cheese fruit mixture. The colored sugars symbolize justice...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for carrot cake without pineapple but with cream cheese frosting

Carrot Cake Without Pineapple But With Cream Cheese Frosting

You're in for a real treat with this recipe. It's packed full of the ingredients you love (carrots and pecans) and none that you don't...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baci cake

Baci Cake

Sometimes, the best desserts come together with just a few simple ingredients. Baci cake is a charming reminder that you can create magic in the kitchen without overcomplicating things.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sylvia's red velvet cake

Sylvia's Red Velvet Cake

Looking for a luxurious red velvet cake? Look no further!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spice dream cake

Spice Dream Cake

Want to dress up a simple spice cake? This recipe starts with your favorite spice cake box mix and adds pudding mix to the batter, creating a moist and flavorful upgrade to your basic...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for passover chocolate sponge cake

Passover Chocolate Sponge Cake

Take your Passover dessert game to the next level with this chocolate sponge cake. Delicately flavored with orange, rich with chocolate, and perfectly moist, it's a treat...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for butter pound cake

Butter Pound Cake

Made with creamy butter and fine cake flour, this timeless pound cake is perfect for any occasion. Simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for loaf pound cake

Loaf Pound Cake

This dense cake is perfect for any occasion. This cake is made with butter, sugar, eggs, and flour, and it has a rich flavor that everyone will love.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for carrot-wheat bran cake

Carrot-Wheat Bran Cake

Made with all-purpose flour, wheat bran, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, carrots, raisins

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for boston cream cake

Boston Cream Cake

Made with salt, vanilla extract, butter, water, cocoa powder, yellow cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, sugar, cornstarch

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for eggless, sugar-free carrot cake with sugar-free cream cheese frosting

Eggless, Sugar-Free Carrot Cake with Sugar-Free Cream Cheese Frosting

If you're all about sugar-free but hate the taste of artificial sweeteners, this carrot cake is about to become your jam. Chopped...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for do nothing cake (texas tornado cake)

Do Nothing Cake (Texas Tornado Cake)

The best things in life don't always require a lot of effort, just like this Texas Tornado Cake. With just a few ingredients and some casual mixing, you'll be...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for caramelized chocolate onion cake

Caramelized Chocolate Onion Cake

This cake is made with onions that have been caramelized. They add a sweet and savory flavor to the cake, and the chocolate gives it a rich and decadent taste.

Method:   microwave, stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kahlua fudge cake

Kahlua Fudge Cake

You don't need to be a pastry chef to make a decadent cake. The Kahlua brings a bold and rich coffee flavor that blends perfectly with the chocolate fudge cake mix for a truly...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kahlua chocolate cake from scratch

Kahlua Chocolate Cake From Scratch

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of our from-scratch Kahlua chocolate cake. This easy-to-follow recipe features homemade chocolate cake layers and a boozy...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cake mix coffeecake

Cake Mix Coffeecake

There's nothing quite like a warm, freshly-baked coffee cake. This recipe uses a yellow cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, and sour cream for an easy version that tastes like homemade.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours




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