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recipe for bourbon carrot cake with bourbon glaze

Bourbon Carrot Cake With Bourbon Glaze

The carrot-packed cake has a hint of bourbon in the batter and even the glaze gets in on the boozy action by adding a little more bourbon to the drizzle.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate pound cake

Chocolate Pound Cake

This is a basic, but delicious, chocolate pound cake. It's baked in a Bundt pan and you can frost or glaze it as you wish.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate bundt cake with dark chocolate glaze

Chocolate Bundt Cake With Dark Chocolate Glaze

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

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for vanilla cupcakes for two

Vanilla Cupcakes For Two

Great texture and flavor in these simple from-scratch cupcakes. And just the perfect serving size for two people (or, one if you're hungry!)

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for famous brown derby red velvet cake and icing

Famous Brown Derby Red Velvet Cake And Icing

An iconic cake from an iconic restaurant. The Brown Derby chain is mostly defunct now except for the Hollywood location in the Disney studios.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for grilled pound cake with raspberry orange sauce and orange cream

Grilled Pound Cake With Raspberry Orange Sauce And Orange Cream

Made with mint, heavy cream, powdered sugar, Triple Sec, pound cake, hazelnut liqueur, butter, fresh raspberries, orange juice, orange

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for basic sponge cake

Basic Sponge Cake

A basic sponge cake is a light and airy cake that is perfect for any occasion. It's a classic cake that can be dressed up with fruit, frosting, or used in another dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for killarney cake

Killarney Cake

Made with green maraschino cherries, heavy cream, creme de menthe, peppermint extract, powdered sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for easy-bake oven crazy cake

Easy-Bake Oven Crazy Cake

This Easy-Bake Oven cake combines flour, sugar, cocoa, and a few pantry staples for a quick dessert. An easy project for young bakers.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for triple chocolate explosion cake

Triple Chocolate Explosion Cake

Made with shortening, margarine, eggs, sugar, matzo cake meal, nondairy whipping cream, semisweet or bittersweet chocolate

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for millie's old fashioned southern pound cake

Millie's Old Fashioned Southern Pound Cake

Made with lemon extract, eggs, sugar, butter, flour, coffee cream, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for blueberry ricotta cheese streusel coffeecake

Blueberry Ricotta Cheese Streusel Coffeecake

Made with baking powder, milk, eggs, almond flavoring, blueberries, ricotta cheese, egg, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for vanilla layer cake

Vanilla Layer Cake

A from-scratch cake that is as versatile as it is delicious. It has a rich flavor from the addition of buttermilk in the cake batter and a hefty dose of vanilla.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy-bake oven chocolate cake mix

Easy-Bake Oven Chocolate Cake Mix

Keep this Easy-Bake Oven chocolate cake mix on hand so the kids can whip up their own chocolate cakes anytime they like. Just add water and bake!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for best buttermilk chocolate cake

Best Buttermilk Chocolate Cake

Made with shortening, water, buttermilk, baking soda, salt, vanilla extract, baking powder, eggs, unsweetened chocolate

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for dark chocolate red beet cupcakes

Dark Chocolate Red Beet Cupcakes

Vegetables in cupcakes? The beets add rich red color to these dark chocolate delights.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for nutella cake

Nutella Cake

Made with dulce de leche, Devil's food cake, chocolate hazelnut candy bar, nutella

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for irish cream bundt cake from scratch

Irish Cream Bundt Cake From Scratch

Made with vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla, sugar, butter, heavy cream, water

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baltimore peach cake

Baltimore Peach Cake

There's something special about Baltimore peach cake. Maybe it's the way the peaches seem to melt in your mouth, or the delicate balance of flavors. Whatever the reason, this cake...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dr. pepper texas chocolate cake

Dr. Pepper Texas Chocolate Cake

Made with baking soda, Dr. Pepper, chocolate chips, eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, shortening, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for simple red velvet cake

Simple Red Velvet Cake

This cake is perfect for those who crave the taste of red velvet, but without the fuss. This cake starts with a cake mix and ends slathered with a fluffy cream cheese frosting.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fourth of july firecracker cupcakes

Fourth Of July Firecracker Cupcakes

Made with flake coconut, red food coloring, blue food coloring, yellow cupcakes, nondairy whipped topping, red licorice


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for whole wheat carrot cake

Whole Wheat Carrot Cake

Made with ground cinnamon, baking soda, eggs, oil, carrots, sugar, whole wheat flour, baking powder

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for million dollar pound cake

Million Dollar Pound Cake

Sometimes, a cake just needs a little flair, and this million dollar pound cake takes it to a whole new level. Perfect for special occasions or just a Wednesday that needs...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pound cake with various glaze options

Pound Cake with Various Glaze Options

Start with a never-fail pound cake recipe and change it up depending on which glaze you're in the mood for.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for no bake fruit cake

No Bake Fruit Cake

A holiday favorite that doesn't require the oven. This is also known as an ice box cake, made with wafer cookies, sweetened condensed milk, coconut, fruit, and nuts.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cream of coconut cake

Cream Of Coconut Cake

This cake is so moist and delicious. It's perfect for summer parties or anytime you want a tropical dessert. It's made with cake mix, sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for umbrian chocolate cake

Umbrian Chocolate Cake

This secret ingredient in this decadent Italian-style chocolate cake is olive oil.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bacardi rum cake

Bacardi Rum Cake

Made with butter, pecans, yellow cake mix, instant vanilla pudding mix, eggs, water, vegetable oil, rum

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for double strawberry cheese cake

Double Strawberry Cheese Cake

Made with strawberry pie filling, red food coloring, strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, milk, lemon juice, almond extract

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat 411's raspberry black satin fudge cake with raspberry sauce

Copycat 411's Raspberry Black Satin Fudge Cake With Raspberry Sauce

Made with semisweet chocolate, butter, eggs, flour, powdered sugar, raspberries, sugar

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy-bake oven kira jeweled tea cakes

Easy-Bake Oven Kira Jeweled Tea Cakes

Made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, margarine, multi-colored cookie decorations, milk


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for barbie's pretty pink easy-bake oven cake

Barbie's Pretty Pink Easy-Bake Oven Cake

Made with baking powder, salt, red sugar crystals, vegetable oil, milk, shortening, powdered sugar, vanilla extract


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for from scratch yellow cake

From Scratch Yellow Cake

Making a cake from scratch is easier than you think. This yellow cake is moist and flavorful and can be frosted with white, chocolate, or other flavored icing.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for green angel food

Green Angel Food

A vibrant green angel food cake combines fluffy textures with a hint of lime flavor. Ideal for spring gatherings or as a light dessert option. Garnish with fresh lime slices for a...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for peanut butter jam coffee cake

Peanut Butter Jam Coffee Cake

Made with jam, milk, egg, brown sugar, butter, peanut butter, biscuit mix

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for red velvet cupcakes with creole cream cheese frosting

Red Velvet Cupcakes With Creole Cream Cheese Frosting

If you can get your hands on real creole cream cheese substitute that for the regular 8-ounces of cream cheese and lemon juice. It's hard to find...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kransekake (norwegischer kranzkuchen)

Kransekake (Norwegischer Kranzkuchen)

Ever impressed your friends with a sophisticated dessert? Kransekake might just be the stone-cold showstopper you've been looking for.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for australian traditional christmas cake

Australian Traditional Christmas Cake

The folks down under have a killer take on a Christmas cake. Brandy, lemon zest, warming spices, and raisins make for a deliciously fruity affair.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for flourless chocolate-kahlua cake with cajeta

Flourless Chocolate-Kahlua Cake with Cajeta

Made with kahlua, egg whites, almonds, water, sugar, heavy cream, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy-bake oven lemon or white cake mix

Easy-Bake Oven Lemon or White Cake Mix

An easy make-ahead mix for the Hasbro Easy-Bake Oven for kids. You can use other drink mix powder for even more flavor variations.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for brownie cupcakes

Brownie Cupcakes

Made with salt, baking powder, baking cocoa, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for quick and easy chocolate cake from scratch

Quick And Easy Chocolate Cake From Scratch

Why use a boxed cake mix when it's so simple to make a delicious chocolate cake from scratch?

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for triple chocolate pound cake

Triple Chocolate Pound Cake

Made with pecan halves, heavy cream, semisweet chocolate chips, eggs, devil's food cake mix, chocolate pudding mix, water, vegetable oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for stars and stripes cake

Stars And Stripes Cake

If ever a cake could inspire someone to belt out the Star-Spangled Banner at the top of their lungs, this would be the one. Strawberry stripes, blueberry stars, and one...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for lemon cream cupcakes with grand marnier cream icing

Lemon Cream Cupcakes With Grand Marnier Cream Icing

This easy-to-follow recipe features fluffy lemon cupcakes topped with a rich and boozy Grand Marnier icing. Perfect for a special occasion or a sweet...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for peach caramel cake

Peach Caramel Cake

Made with peach slices, flour, baking powder, salt, milk, butter, eggs, sugar, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for lemony strawberry surprise cupcakes

Lemony Strawberry Surprise Cupcakes

These cupcakes have a secret ingredient hidden inside them

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for streusel cream cheese cake

Streusel Cream Cheese Cake

Made with eggs, salt, flour, baking powder, cream cheese, egg, sugar, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for peach yogurt coffee cake

Peach Yogurt Coffee Cake

Made with butter extract, vanilla extract, coconut extract, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chocolate cupcakes with chocolate cream cheese frosting

Chocolate Cupcakes With Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

These chocolate cupcakes are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. They are moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The chocolate...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cream puff cake

Cream Puff Cake

Made with chocolate syrup, cream, butter, water, all-purpose flour, eggs, cream cheese, milk, instant vanilla pudding mix


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for buttermilk spice cake

Buttermilk Spice Cake

Made with baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, fresh grated nutmeg, ground cloves, ground allspice, salt, buttermilk, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for low fat chocolate cupcakes

Low Fat Chocolate Cupcakes

Low fat chocolate cupcakes are a delicious and health conscious treat! These delightful morsels are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours




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