Category Archives: Cakes

Ingredients:1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting11 Kit Kat candy bars (1-1/2 ounces each)2 pounds fresh strawberries1 pint fresh blueberries1 pint fresh raspberries2 tablespoons apricot preserves, warmedFresh mint leaves, optional DirectionsPrepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans.Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Separate candy bars; lightly press into sides of cake.Arrange berries on top; brush with preserves. Garnish with […]

Ingredients:1-2/3 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce2 tablespoons canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt6 cups chopped peeled tart apples1/2 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar DirectionsPreheat oven to 350°. Coat a 13×9-in. baking pan with cooking spray.In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, applesauce, oil and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt;gradually beat into sugar mixture. Fold in apples […]

Ingredients2 cups granulated sugar1 1/2 cups vegetable oil4 fresh whole eggs2 cups pastry flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3 cups raw finely ground carrots4 ounces finely chopped walnuts Frosting:1 1/2 pounds powdered sugar12 ounces room temperature cream cheese1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 ounces room temperature margarine DirectionsFor the cake:Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.In a mixing bowl, mix sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture and blend well. Fold in carrots and chopped nuts […]

Ingredients:Vegetable oil for the pans2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon fine salt1 teaspoon cocoa powder1 1/2 cups vegetable oil1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature2 large eggs, at room temperature2 tablespoons red food coloring (1 ounce)1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Crushed pecans, for garnishCream Cheese Frosting:1 pound cream cheese, softened4 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar2 sticks unsalted butter (1 cup), softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil and flour three 9 by 1 1/2-inch round cake pans.In […]

Ingredients:Butter, for greasing the pans1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pans2 cups sugar3/4 cups good cocoa powder2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon kosher salt1 cup buttermilk, shaken1/2 cup vegetable oil2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee Chocolate Frosting:6 ounces good semisweet chocolate (recommended: Callebaut)1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 extra-large egg yolk, at room temperature1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 1/4 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon instant coffee powder Directions:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. […]

Ingredients:1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided4 extra-large eggs, at room temperature1/3 cup grated lemon zest (6 to 8 large lemons)3 cups flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon kosher salt3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract For the glaze:2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted3 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Directions:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 2 (8 1/2 by 4 1/4 by 2 1/2-inch) loaf pans.You may also […]

Ingredients For the Cake:2 cups sugar1 cup vegetable oil4 large eggs2 cups (9 ounces) all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups pumpkin puree (or cooked mashed pumpkin, canned is fine)For the Frosting:1 pound (about 3 3/4 cups before sifting) powdered sugar1/4 cup butter (room temperature)8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup pecans (chopped) credit by: thespruceeats

1 (18.25 ounce) package devil’s food cake mix 1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix 1 cup sour cream 1 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs ½ cup warm water 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Directions Step 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Step 2 In a large bowl, mix together the cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, oil, beaten eggs and water. Stir in the chocolate chips and pour batter into a well greased 12 cup bundt pan. Step 3 Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until top is springy […]