24 Easy Cake Recipes Just Like Your Mom Used to Make
From classic vanilla sponge to decadent chocolate delights, these recipes are a delightful homage to the traditional cakes that our moms lovingly baked. We’re sure you’re going to find the perfect cake to make in this roundup.
Chocolate Courgette Cake
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This chocolate courgette cake is absolutely scrumptious! Light, fluffy and with a vanilla icing that’s out of this world, you’ll be amazed at how well courgette works when used as a cake ingredient.
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Strawberry Dump Cake
Strawberry Dump Cake comes together with layers of store-bought cake mix, strawberry pie filling, and butter. Make it dairy free, gluten free, or vegan with simple substitutions. The ultimate no fuss dessert!
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Japanese Cheesecake (Ready In 30 Minutes)
Just 4 ingredients for a delicious cake: is it even possible? Of course, using your Instant Pot! This light and fluffy dessert can be ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Chia Seed Cake
Make this stunning chia seed cake and indulge with a cup of afternoon coffee or tea. There is nothing better than enjoying that soft sponge with lemony flavours, with a hint of crunch from the chia seeds. Oh, and that irresistible lemon glaze just produces top results!
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Gingerbread
This delicious recipe will give you a soft, delicious gingerbread cake. One that will shock everyone and have everyone asking you how you made it.
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Pie Cake
This whoopie pie cake recipe is a fun variation of those cute little pies! All that chocolatey goodness sandwiching a delicious frosting makes this a much sought-after birthday cake in our family!
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Weetabix Cake
This Weetabix cake is an excellent choice if you want to satisfy your taste buds and still continue on your weight loss journey as the chocolate weetabix calories count is very low. Weetabix biscuits are one of the main ingredients to make this recipe. They contain a lot of health benefits, hence help make recipes weight-loss friendly… slimming world friendly. A popular choice due to the low weetabix sugar content.
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Gingerbread Spice Cake
This gingerbread spice cake with mascarpone frosting makes a wonderful dessert for any holiday gathering, but it’s also simple enough to make any time of the year, “just because”.
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Chocolate Mug Cake
This chocolate mug cake is the perfect dessert for one or two people. No leftovers calling you to the fridge!
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Vegan Coffee Cake
This vegan coffee cake was made for company! ‘Tis the season for entertaining, which means I’m constantly serving up my pear muffins, chocolate olive oil cake or french toast casserole for when friends and family roll into town. Incredibly moist and a thick layer of cinnamon crumble, this is the best vegan coffee cake! Easy to make and perfect for holiday celebrations, gifting, dessert and brunch.
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Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
Vegan Chocolate Olive Oil Cake! This incredibly moist chocolate olive oil cake is perfect for brunch and dessert.
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Apple Walnut Cake
This delicious apple walnut cake recipe is a family favorite for a reason. Loaded with fresh apples, cinnamon, and crunchy walnuts, this moist and flavorful cake is the perfect easy dessert. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy!
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Chocolate Cake
The BEST vegan chocolate cake! Incredibly moist, this chocolate cake recipe is the best chocolate cake that just happens to be vegan. With homemade chocolate frosting, a must make for birthdays and other celebrations.
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Russian Sharlotka
Super delicious and moist Apple Sponge Cake, also called Russian Sharlotka will become your new favorite apple dessert. It’s so easy to make, topped with a sweet and crispy almond layer which literally melts in your mouth. Give this decadent fall treat a try and it won’t disappoint!
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Strawberry Shortcake
Vegan Strawberry Shortcake! If you love strawberry shortcake then you’ve gotta try this vegan version. Served with whipped coconut cream and sweet strawberries.
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Mini Chocolate Cake
This Mini Chocolate Cake For Two With Mascarpone Cream makes a perfect little dessert for a date night or when you want to indulge in a fancy treat but no willing to spend hours in the kitchen. This cute dessert is easy to make and so incredibly delicious!
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Pina Colada Cupcakes
Happy Pina Colada Day! To celebrate, I thought I would make these super easy Pina Colada Cupcakes! They are so good but if you are feeding them to the kiddies, eliminate the rum!!
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Chocolate Peppermint Cake
Who doesn’t love a beautiful bottle of wine? Or a batch of homemade gingerbread muffins? Or cookies? Or this dreamy chocolate peppermint loaf cake?
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Orange Olive Oil Cake
Vegan Orange Olive Oil Cake! This cake is so moist- thanks to the combo of olive oil and orange juice. Topped with fresh berries, it’s the perfect cake for spring!
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars (No-bake Style)
No-Bake Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars! Lower sugar, high protein and easy to make!
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Pistachio Pudding Coffee Cake
Try this air fryer pistachio pudding coffee cake if you’re looking for new, exciting air fryer recipes. This air fryer cake with pistachio, coconut and almonds is so tasty. This easy-to-make pistachio coffee cake is made with pistachio instant pudding and other simple ingredients. It is like a Watergate cake and would be perfect for a sweet treat or for Christmas, Easter or St Patrick’s Day.
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Oatmeal Cake
This perfectly divine and flavorful gluten-free, double-layer cinnamon oatmeal cake is topped with an easy, lightly-spiced cinnamon cream cheese frosting. It’s a popular cake frequently requested at family birthday parties!
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Orange Cake
Everything from its appearance, baking technique, and taste will blow your mind. It’s a perfect dessert for housewarming parties, guests, or whatever special occasion. But who needs an occasion to enjoy some tasty orange cake?
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Peanut Butter Cake
This showstopper peanut butter cake is made with moist, fluffy sponge cakes and is topped with a smooth and creamy peanut butter cream cheese frosting. Equally old-fashioned and modern, this peanut butter cake is perfect for a special occasion or a casual afternoon snack. Who knew that putting peanut butter in cake could be so good?
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