Cakes Posts

Did you know that you could have delicious, homemade, warm chocolate cake in just five minutes? You can! Try this recipe for Chocolate Cake in a Mug.  Ingredients:2 Tbsp flour3 Tbsp sugar2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa1 large egg, slightly beaten2 Tbsp milk2 Tbsp vegetable oil2 Tbsp chocolate chipsSmall splash of vanilla extractDirections:1. Add all dry ingredients to large mug and mix well. 2. A...

This recipe for Coconut Cream Cake is so simple but it looks so elegant, don't you think? It is so easy when you start with a store-bought angel food cake. (Look for more of these elegant desserts on TodaysBaker.com.)  Ingredients:1/2 pint (1 cup) heavy cream3 Tbsp confectioners' sugar1/2 tsp coconut extract1 store-bought 8-inch angel food cake1-1/4 cups unsweetened flake coconutDirections:1...

Honey-Peach Cake with Sugared Pistachios -- add this recipe for an easy-to-make dessert to your menu, even if you are cooking out. None of the ingredients will be grilled, but it will be so easy when you start with the store-bought angel food cake. (Look for more of these elegant desserts on TodaysBaker.) Ingredients: 3 firm-ripe peaches, pitted and sliced1/4 cup honey1 Tbsp lemon ju...

Orange Creamsicle Cake -- add this recipe for an easy-to-make dessert to your menu, even if you are cooking out. None of the ingredients will be grilled, but it will be so easy when you start with the store-bought angel food cake. (Look for more of these elegant desserts on TodaysBaker.) Ingredients: 1 store-bought 8-inch angel food cake2 cups orange sherbet2 cups frozen whipped topp...

Mocha-Chocolate Cake -- add this recipe for an easy-to-make dessert to your cookout menu. None of the ingredients will be grilled, but it will be so easy when you start with the store-bought angel food cake. (Look for more of these elegant desserts on TodaysBaker.) Ingredients: 1/2 cup heavy cream1 cup semisweet chocolate chips6 Tbsp coffee-flavored syrup1 store-bought 8-inch angel...

Raspberry-Lime Cake -- add this recipe for an easy-to-make dessert to your cookout menu. None of the ingredients will be grilled, but it will be so easy when you start with the store-bought angel food cake. (Look for more of these elegant desserts on TodaysBaker.) Ingredients: 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup milk1 store-bought 8-inch angel food cak...

Fresh Peach Cake -- use fresh peaches to make this refreshing cake to enjoy on a summer evening. Would also be nice as a coffee cake for breakfast or brunch. Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar1-1/2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp each ground nutmeg and salt1/2 cup milk2 large eggs1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted2 tsp vanilla extract1 Tbsp grated lemon zest1-1/2 lb ripe peaches (a...

Berry Bliss Cake -- another very special summer dessert that could even be used for your 4th of July celebration.  Ingredients:1 pkg (3.4 oz) vanilla flavored instant pudding mix3/4 cup cold milk1-1/2 cups thawed frozen whipped topping, divided1 cup each fresh raspberries and sliced strawberries1/4 cup blackberries or blueberries1 pkg (10.75 oz) frozen prepared pound cake, thawed...

If you have some fresh strawberries, try this recipe for Strawberry Short-Cupcakes!!! The simple cupcakes can be frozen and used with different varieties of fruit, frostings or fillings.   Cupcakes:  Baking spray (cooking spray with flour)* 2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 Tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 4 large eggs 1 cup milk 2 tsp vanilla extra...

Make it a mouthwatering Memorial Day with this cookout menu that I found in the Woman's World magazine. Here's the recipe for Cherry Cupcakes and Citrus Iced Tea. Refer to other posts for directions to make Burgers and Hot Dogs with All the Fixin's, Grilled Potato and Green Bean Salad and Onion-Dip Deviled Eggs. With a burst of cherry flavor in the cake and buttercream frosting, these ...