Sacher S’mores Torte
Inspired by the classic Sacher Torte of Vienna, Austria, this beauty boasts a soft graham cracker base layered with apricot preserves, sacher cake, and...
Pecan Meringue Cake
A rich coating of sweetened mascarpone and a hidden meringue layer make this Pecan Meringue Cake a one-of-a-kind treat that will impress any guest.
Pecan...
Champagne Cake with Fluffy Strawberry Frosting
We propose a toast to these light layers of white cake coated with delicate strawberry frosting, the perfect confection for any special occasion—or just...
Browned Butter Pumpkin Spice Cake
This triple-layer stunner packs everything you could want in a fall cake: creamy pumpkin, aromatic spice, and nutty browned butter. Our browned butter enhances...
Confetti Cake, Or Party Party Cake
Blow out the candles and celebrate another year with this sprinkle-happy, party-perfect cake.
Sweet Cream Frosting
Makes about 6 cups
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened¾ cup...
Devil’s Food Cake with Chocolate-Buttermilk Frosting
This sinfully delicious Devil’s Food Cake with Chocolate-Buttermilk Frosting features moist, airy layers of cake coated in fluffy swoops of chocolate buttercream. This cake...
Raspberry Shortcake
Tart raspberries and rich whipped cream complement each other beautifully in this tender cake that’s sophisticated enough to serve for fancy events but simple...
Tomato Soup Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, From Food 52...
Don’t let the can of Campbell’s tomato soup in the ingredient list freak you out. Food 52's former editor Marian Bull’s late grandmother, Ruthie,...
Apple Spice Cake
This Apple Spice Cake is another beautiful variation of the Basic 1-2-3-4 Cake recipe. Find more variations on the 1-2-3-4 cake, here.Â
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Citrus Cake
The beauty of the Basic 1-2-3-4 Cake is its versatility. You’ll love this bright citrus cake. Save the citrus syrup from your candied oranges and...