We are sharing our favorite delicious cake recipes for any occasion. You’ll find layer cakes and sheet cakes to dump cakes and cheesecakes.

No matter the occasion, a delicious piece of cake is always welcomed. Whether it’s for a birthday, a holiday or just because you have a sweet tooth, these delicious cake recipes will be the perfect dessert!
Here’s a little story for you. About 20 years ago, I was a young 19 year old. I had just started dating my now husband and we were at one of his friend’s house. She was making a cake and asked if I wanted to help. I told her I had never baked a cake before and her eyes got wide with disbelief.
There’s reason to be intimidated by baking a cake. Because if I could learn how to bake a delicious cake, you could too. I promise.
Whether it’s a cake from scratch like my chocolate cake or red velvet cake or one of the very many semi-homemade cake recipes, I hope you give them a try.
And hey, if it’s a fail? There’s always a bakery!

Cupcakes are just handheld cakes, right? Check out my favorite cupcake recipes!
Some Basics to Baking a Delicious Cake Recipe
I always have the following ingredients on hand in my pantry:
All-Purpose Flour – I personally use all-purpose flour in my recipes because it is just that, all purpose. I am able to use it in a variety of recipes like breads, quick breads, pancakes, etc.
Brown Sugar and White Sugar – Sugar is one of the most important parts of baking a cake, besides making it sweet. When you cream your sugar with your eggs, what you are doing is lightening the batter with air bubbles, this makes your cake nice and fluffy.
Baking Powder and Baking Soda – Baking powder and baking soda are the two types of leaveners that you will find in a cake recipe. Baking soda allows your cake to turn that beautiful brown color and baking powder lightens the cake up. If you ever have forgotten to add your baking powder, you know how dense and heavy your cake ends up without it.

Be sure to check out my very popular Chocolate Frosting Recipe!

Save this versatile Vanilla Buttercream Frosting recipe!

Check out this recipe for cream cheese frosting.
Some Tricks to Keep in Mind for Cake Success
- Line your baking pans with parchment paper. If you are using a round cake pan, turn your cake pan over onto the parchment and trace your pan onto the paper.
- Always then grease both the pan and the parchment paper.
- Keep your ingredients all at the same temperature – room temperature. Room temperature ingredients allow for your recipe to cook evenly.
- Allow each layer of your cake to completely cool before frosting it.
- After you frost your cake, let it set in the refrigerator for at least an hour to help give you clean slices when you cut into it.
How to Make a Cake Recipe in Advance
You can totally make any cake recipe in advance. After your cake has cooled, wrap each layer in plastic wrap and then store the layers in an airtight plastic bag. You can keep them in the refrigerator if you will be using them in the next day or two. If not, store the cake layers in the freezer up to a month. Dethaw completely before frosting.
I’ve put together a list of our favorite Delicious Cake Recipes. Some are more time consuming, but others like a dump cake are a quick dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Delicious Cake Recipes
We are sharing our favorite delicious cake recipes for any occasion. You'll find layer cakes and sheet cakes to dump cakes and cheesecakes.
Moist Lemon Pound Cake Recipe
S'Mores Layer Cake Recipe
Homemade Funfetti Sheet Cake Recipe
Christmas Mini Bundt Cake Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Easy Slow Cooker Gooey Chocolate Cake Recipe
How to Make a Rainbow Unicorn Cake
Step-by-Step Instructions on how to make the popular (and delicious) Rainbow Unicorn Cake the next time you have a birthday party!
Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Red Velvet Cake is far from just another chocolate cake! Make it yourself and you'll see! This Red Velvet Cake recipe has the perfect velvety and fluffy texture!
Carrot Cake Recipe
Easy recipe for a homemade carrot cake recipe, frosted with cream cheese frosting. This recipe is fluffy and flavorful, perfect for Easter or anytime!
Cranberry Cake Recipe
Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
This Cherry Dump Cake Recipe couldn't get any easier! With just 3 ingredients, you will have a delicious dessert for any occasion in no time!
Berry Pound Cake Recipe
This Berry Pound Cake is a delightfully light and flavorful cake made in a bundt pan with fresh berries and jam!
Marble Bundt Cake Recipe
Use one batter to make this rich and creamy Marble Bundt Cake! This cake, made from scratch, will wow your friends and family!
Apple Coffee Cake Recipe
YOU ARE GOING TO ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS APPLE COFFEE CAKE RECIPE! IT’S MOIST AND DELICIOUS, PERFECT FOR BRUNCH OR AN AFTERNOON TREAT WITH COFFEE AND TEA. THE BEST PART? THE STREUSEL TOPPING!
Yogurt Cheesecake with Blueberries Recipe
This Yogurt Cheesecake with Blueberries is rich and creamy, yet lightened up thanks to the yogurt! Serve with a delicious blueberry sauce and homemade whipped cream!
Pumpkin Crumb Cake
The Best Crumb Cake Recipe Ever
A simple vanilla cake mix quickly can be turned into the best crumb cake recipe ever! Serve with a cup of coffee or tea and you will be in heaven!
best chocolate cake recipe
This is the best chocolate cake recipe! It's moist and fudgy and tastes the best with chocolate buttercream frosting! Add some sprinkles and enjoy with a big glass of milk!
Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake Recipe
Chocolate Icebox Cake Recipe
Pistachio Pudding Cake Recipe
Instant Pot Cheesecake Recipe
This Instant Pot Cheesecake is creamy and delicious with a graham cracker crust. Topped with beautiful fresh berries, this recipe will be a new family favorite!
Boston Cream Poke Cake Recipe
Delicious Boston Cream Poke Cake perfect for potlucks or dessert parties! Made with a simple cake mix, pudding and chocolate frosting!
Mini Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecakes Recipe
These mini cheesecakes are perfect for Fall desserts. They have a delicious graham cracker crust with a pumpkin swirl! They're a perfect seasonal sweet bite!
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