Everyday Baking
Cakes of every kind and for every occasion.
This marbled strawberry vanilla cake topped with a strawberry glaze might just be my new favorite. I love the beauty and simplicity of a good bundt cake—its eye-catching shape and moist, dense texture make it a standout on any dessert table. This cake combines the brightness of fresh strawberry flavor […]
This cranberry swirl cheesecake is going to become your new favorite winter dessert. You will love the tangy cranberry sauce swirled into the creamy, airy cheesecake creating an amazing harmony of flavors. Last Thanksgiving, I was in charge of desserts and decided to make a cheesecake. Since I was preparing […]
Heath Bar Cake was a staple dessert in my family growing up. Years ago, I introduced it to my husband’s family, and it quickly became a favorite. For over ten years, it has been my go-to dessert for my father-in-law’s birthday. This simple, one-bowl cake is topped with a generous […]
Light, airy, and bursting with vanilla flavor, these vanilla bean cupcakes will have you reaching for seconds, thirds, and maybe even a fourth! I was asked to make cupcakes for my nephew’s first birthday, and I wanted something simple yet flavorful. A vanilla cupcake can be almost perfect, but too […]
Loaded with nuts, raisins, warm spices, and topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, this carrot cake is sure to satisfy any dessert craving. A local bakery near me makes the best carrot cake. It’s packed with carrots, raisins, and nuts, while still maintaining a perfect cake texture. For years, I’ve […]
This lemon layer cake is full of lemon goodness. With three layers of lemon cake, lemon curd, and Swiss meringue buttercream (SMBC), it’s the ultimate lemon dessert. Last year for his birthday, my son requested a “fancy lemon cake,” and this cake was born. It features a strong lemon flavor […]
This ice cream cake is so easy to make and infinitely adaptable. My mom has been making it for over 40 years for her 4th of July party, and there are people who come every year just for this cake. It’s the perfect summer dessert for a hot day. No […]
