Cakes

Sometimes simpler is better. Proof? This classic chocolate frosting from the back of the tin of Hershey's cocoa. We dare you to not just eat it straight from the spoon.

Certain things in this world inspire lasting love. Like this cake. An old-fashioned American classic for a reason.

An impressive dessert, created by David himself, gets an autumnal lilt from pumpkin purée in the batter and maple syrup in the frosting. One of our most popular cakes.

Layers of vanilla cake take turns with oodles of coconut filling and the whole shebang is slathered with fluffy white icing. Uh, yes please!

Say goodbye to fussy cheesecake recipes. This easy skillet version comes together with only a handful of dishes and ingredients and less than 30 minutes of effort.

Coconut lovers rejoice! This inventive riff on tres leches cake is infused with coconut flavor, thanks to a combination of extract, coconut milk, and toasted coconut on top.

These snacking cakes are the perfect match for your afternoon cup of tea or coffee, though we have been known to sneak a slice (or two!) for breakfast.

This lemon drizzle cake is Paul Hollywood's favorite cake of all time. One bite and you'll understand why.

This rich and creamy chocolate pudding cake is made with cornmeal instead of flour, making it gluten-free.

Topped with an indulgent chocolate buttercream frosting, this cake is so tender and chocolate-y, you'll never guess that there's three cups of zucchini inside.

The lack of eggs, butter, and dairy gives this wacky cake its name, but there's nothing strange about the decadent flavor it delivers.

This old-fashioned classic dessert requires only 5 ingredients and 20 minutes of effort. No wonder it never goes out of style.

This mixed berry snacking cake comes together in one bowl and couldn't be easier. We've already committed the recipe to memory.

Key lime pie AND cheesecake? Yes, please. This incredible mashup sounds like dessert perfection to us.

If your family is anything like ours, then you'll be fighting over the last spoonful of this rich, gooey chocolate pudding cake.

Who knew the secret to the best banana bread was the addition of vanilla pudding mix, dark chocolate, and coconut?

When we described this classic strawberry icebox cake as easy, we weren't kidding. A quick strawberry puree is layered with whipped cream and vanilla wafers and you're done. Easiest dessert ever.

This lime-infused polenta cake boasts a light texture and rich, buttery flavor. It's perfect for teatime or dessert, but we won't judge if you sneak a slice for breakfast.

This sweet, buttery Southern pound cake is infused with rum extract and topped with a buttery vanilla sauce. Thankfully, it makes a big cake because it's nearly impossible to stop after just one slice.

Take your tastebuds on a tropical vacation with this light and airy banana and coconut cake that's topped with a rum glaze.