Posts Tagged ‘cake’

8 Cakes Dad Will <3
Make it a really Happy Father's Day with 8 cakes that will melt in his mouth and melt his heart, too! It’s Father’s Day! The steaks are sizzling on the grill and the beers are chilling in the cooler but what about the dessert? Ditch the angel cake and fruity light desserts because dad deserves something rich and decadent. Try one of these amazing cakes that we know Dad will love!   1. Mexican Chocolate Cake with Caramel Cream Fro... Read More
Cookie Cake Pie
It’s a cake!  It’s a cookie!  It’s a pie!  It’s ALL THREE! Ever have those days when you’re craving a sweet dessert, but can’t decide what to make?  Well, this Cookie Cake Pie recipe is sure to satisfy just about every craving…and more! I found this awesomely delish idea over at Smocked Auctions and knew I had to give it a try. And when I used Betty Crocker mixes and Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust, this version came togeth... Read More
5 Spectacular Toppings for Store-Bought Cake
Don’t sweat drop-in company -- Enjoy it with store-bought cake and easy toppings that make it look and taste homemade! If you're having guests over for dinner, you've likely planned yourself a menu. You've likely stared at the computer screen looking for the just-right recipes to serve your peeps. You've also likely worked so hard preparing that you can hardly bring yourself to get in the kitchen and make all the magic happen. So, hows abou... Read More
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Soda-Inspired Cakes
Don't just serve up any old cake at your next bash -- make one that's inspired by your fave soda. Cake is a must at any party, whether you're celebrating a birthday, a promotion or just wanting an excuse to get everyone together. At your next get-together, show your friends your creative side by serving up a cake based on your favorite fizzy pop. These recipes aren't just inspired by soda, they're actually made with the carbonated drink, addi... Read More
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Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Bars
Butter Cake. Could there be more perfect words in a single recipe? Yep: Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Bars. You're welcome. Butter cake is a fun dessert. It takes vanilla cake mix, turns it into a soft, splendidly sweet base, then tops it with a truly delicious cream-cheese vanilla layer that bakes until the top is ever-so-slightly crunchy and everything underneath is like custardy and brilliant. Take all of these parts and pieces, toss them togethe... Read More
Beat-the-Heat Watermelon Eats
Beyond the slice: 5 Watermelon recipes perfect for summer. I’ve been eating my weight in watermelon these days. I just can’t seem to beat the heat and nothing is more refreshing than a slice of cool watermelon while sitting on my backyard swing after dinner. But watermelon can be used in so many more ways than just eaten by the slice. Appetizer, salad, dessert, or beverage -- you can incorporate watermelon into all of these for a cool twi... Read More
Firecracker Cake
Who knew a 4th of July dessert could be its own fireworks display filled with color, lights, and explosion? This super fun and eye-catching Firecracker Cake is vibrant and patriotic … just what you need for this 4th of July! With some creative coloring of a cake mix, the inside of this cake is a shocking surprise of red, white, and blue. Start by dividing your cake batter into three parts and coloring some of it red and some of it blue,... Read More
Fudgy Campfire Cakes
Fudgy brownie cakes baked inside an orange -- in the campfire! Camping desserts don't get any better... You don’t have to skip dessert just because you’re camping. In fact, these fabulously fudgy Campfire Cakes were designed to be baked and enjoyed while gathered around your campfire. Oranges just happen to be the perfectly sized natural containers to make our Campfire Cakes in. I happen to love chocolate with a hint of orange and that’... Read More
Gluten-Free Mini Wedding Cakes
Here's a brilliant way to let your gluten-free guests have their cake and eat it too. These days, wedding cakes can be as vibrant and creative as the couple wants. But what's a bride to do if she or some of the wedding guests are gluten intolerant? Who wants to say no to cake? Come on -- that's a nuptial no-no. So, make these cute and yummy Mini Gluten-Free Wedding Cakes for your gluten-intolerant guests -- and everybody will think you're... Read More
Strawberry Lemonade Cake Pops
Get your summertime sippin' on with a strawbery lemonade dessert so sweet, it'll make you forget all about the liquid version! These Strawberry Lemonade Cake Pops are a fun twist on the hottest trend in treats since chocolate lava cake. And these, with their cute coloration and hint of lemon zest, are just perfect for summer. Here's how to make a batch of your own, filled with a delicious strawberry-lemon cake and cool cream cheese frosting.... Read More