Bake It Till You Make It: 20 Irresistible Cake Recipes

Tasty cakes are the highlight of this post, perfect for any celebration. If you're on the hunt for awesome recipes that make baking super easy, you’re in the right spot. Whether you’re a pro in the kitchen or just starting out, these cake recipes are designed to be a piece of cake. Go ahead and enjoy a cupcake or a slice!

Vanilla Skillet Cake

Slice of yellow cake dusted with powdered sugar on a white plate, with another slice and the cake pan in the background. — Vanilla Cinnamon Skillet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Try this Easy Vanilla Cake made in a skillet for a golden-brown crust and tender interior. It’s a simple, classic treat baked to perfection.
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Chocolate Fudge Cake

Rectangular chocolate cake with a slice cut, revealing layers of chocolate frosting inside. The top is garnished with chocolate shavings, all placed on a white rectangular plate on a marble surface. — Chooclate Fudge Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dive into this Chocolate Fudge Cake with layers of rich chocolate frosting. Bake it in a sheet pan, stack it up, and enjoy each slice of chocolatey bliss.
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

A round apple tart in a cast iron skillet, with one triangular slice partially removed. A knife and an apple are seen on the side. — Apple Cinnamon Skillet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Treat yourself to Apple Cinnamon Cake, packed with fresh apple slices and baked in a skillet. It’s a cozy and tasty dessert that’s a breeze to make.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cake with Cinnamon

Banana Caramel Cake

A banana cake with icing and nuts on a plate. — Banana Caramel Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Easy Banana Caramel Cake turns a boxed mix into a tender, caramel-flavored treat. Enjoy a high-end taste with minimal fuss.
Get the Recipe: Banana Caramel Cake

Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

A apricot cherry cake is sitting on a plate. — Apricot Cherry Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Savor the fruity twist of Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake with caramelized apricots and cherries on top. It’s a simple cake that’s perfect for dessert.
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Chocolate Beer Cake

Ganaching a chocolate cake. — Chocolate Stout Beer Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy the rich combo of chocolate and beer in this Chocolate Beer Cake. The stout adds malty depth, and the silky ganache glaze is the perfect finish.
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Lemon Bundt Cake

This Lemon Bundt Cake is made from scratch with juicy lemon bits and topped with a creamy lemon glaze. It’s a zesty, golden dessert that’s easy to make.
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Mountain Dew Bundt Cake

A bundt cake with icing on a plate. — Mountain Dew Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make this Mountain Dew Bundt Cake for a burst of lemon flavor and creamy icing that drizzles down. It’s a simple, scrumptious treat for lemon fans.
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Peanut Butter Cup Cakes

A cupcake in a blue wrapper is topped with caramel frosting, caramelized popcorn, and nuts. — Peanut Butter Cupcakes With Caramel Buttercream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Caramel Icing and Cracker Jack on top. These cupcakes mix peanuts, caramel, and popcorn for a fun and tasty treat.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cup Cakes

Raspberry Chiffon Cake

A pink cake with raspberries and icing on top. — Raspberry Chiffon Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Create a stunning Raspberry Chiffon Cake with its soft pink hue and airy texture. It’s surprisingly easy and bursting with raspberry flavor.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Chiffon Cake

Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

A slice of strawberry cake on a plate with strawberries. — Strawberry Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake a Strawberry Cake with real strawberries in both the batter and frosting. It’s super moist and packed with fresh strawberry goodness.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting

Coconut cupcakes with whipped cream and coconut flakes. — Coconut Cupcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Coconut lovers will adore these Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting. Starting with a boxed mix, they become a moist, coconutty masterpiece.
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Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes

A close-up of a chocolate cupcake with rich, ruffled chocolate frosting. The wrapper is partially peeled back, revealing moist cake texture. Other cupcakes and a glass of milk are in the background. — Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes are deeply dark and decadent, made with only seven ingredients and a boxed mix. The secret ingredient gives them their stunning black color.
Get the Recipe: Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes

Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Dive into the rich, tender crumb of a homemade Red Velvet Bundt Cake. It’s topped with cream cheese frosting for a festive and delicious treat.
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Banana Cake Roll

A slice of banana roll cake on a white plate. — Banana Cake Roll. Photo credit. One Hot Oven.

Roll up an Easy Banana Cake with a cream cheese filling and a tender sponge cake. Pecans, dried cranberries, and candied ginger make it extra special. You won’t believe how easy this cake is to make.
Get the Recipe: Banana Cake Roll

Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A slice of pumpkin cake on a plate with a fork. — Pumpkin Sheet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy this moist pumpkin sheet cake with a luscious layer of tangy white chocolate cream cheese frosting. It’s a fall favorite that’s hard to resist.
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Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake

A slice of orange bundt cake with glaze on a floral plate next to a fork and peeled orange sections. Whole oranges with leaves are in the background. — Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Refresh your taste buds with Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake, topped with a sweet orange drizzle. It’s a citrusy treat that’s perfect for any festive occasion.
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Brownie Cake

A chocolate Bundt cake with chocolate glaze drizzled on top, surrounded by bowls of chocolate chips and a whisk on a white surface. — Chocolate Brownie Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Organically Addison.

This Brownie Cake is rich, decadent, and chocolaty! It’s hands down the easiest cake ever, made with pantry staples and ready in just one hour. A perfect, simple dessert that everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: Brownie Cake

Orange Bundt Cake

A close-up of a sliced bundt cake with visible nuts, displayed on a decorative glass plate. — Orange Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Hildas Kitchen.

This Orange Bundt Cake is moist, flavorful, and loaded with citrus flavor, raisins, and walnuts. The orange glaze is delicious but optional.
Get the Recipe: Orange Bundt Cake

Banana Cream Cake

A close-up of a slice of cake being lifted, revealing a cream-filled center, white frosting, and a crumbly topping, with a wooden background. — Banana Cream Cake. Photo credit: Of Batter And Dough.

Banana Cream Cake takes your favorite banana cream pie and turns it into an epic cake. Rich, decadent, and always a hit, it’s a cozy dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This bundt cake is a real winner!
Get the Recipe: Banana Cream Cake