Slice Wars: Are You Team Cake or Team Pie?

Slice wars are on! Whether you're a cake lover or a pie devotee, these recipes bring something great to the table. From flaky crusts to rich layers, there’s something for everyone to dig into. Cakes can be the perfect grand finish, but pies have a timeless charm that’s hard to beat. Get ready to pick a side or, better yet, grab a slice of both.

Lemon Cake Pie

A slice of lemon pie with raspberry sauce on a plate. — Lemon Sponge Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Lemon Cake Pie is the ultimate dessert hero, combining the best of both cake and pie. A light and airy cake sits atop a zesty lemon custard. This delightful treat is one of our favorite pie recipes and is incredibly simple to prepare!
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Raspberry Chiffon Cake

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

Bake a beautiful Raspberry Chiffon Cake with an airy texture and soft pink color. Each slice is light, flavorful, and packed with raspberry goodness—easy to make and even easier to eat.
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Cherry Pandowdy

Cherry Pandowdy is the laid-back cousin of cherry pie. It's easier to make and just as delicious. This pie is always a favorite dessert with sweet cherries and a crispy crust!
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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 a cozy Apple Cinnamon Cake, baked in a skillet and loaded with fresh apple slices. It’s full of flavor and perfect anytime—a great dessert for those slice-by-slice cravings.
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Butterscotch Pie

A slice of meringue-topped pie on a white plate, served next to a green cup containing a beverage. — Butterscotch Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Butterscotch Meringue Pie is a blast from the past—rich, creamy, and topped with fluffy meringue. It's a delicious classic pie recipe that feels like a throwback in the best way. It's so decadent you might need a moment alone with your slice!
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Chocolate Fudge Cake

A three layer chocolate cake with chocolate icing on a white plate. — Layered Chocolate Fudge Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dive into layers of rich chocolate frosting with this Chocolate Fudge Cake. Baked in a sheet pan and stacked high, each slice is pure chocolate bliss. Simple, rich, and great for any chocolate lover.
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Bourbon Pecan Pie

A pie with pecans and a knife on a table. — Bourbon Pecan Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bourbon Pecan Pie brings the party to your taste buds. The warm, spicy bourbon kicks the sweet and salty flavors up a notch. It's one of our all-time favorite pie recipes! Perfect for the pecan lover.
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Chocolate Beer Cake

A chocolate bundt cake on a plate with a slice taken out. — Chocolate Stout Beer Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Savor the rich chocolate and stout beer combo with this Chocolate Beer Cake. The malty beer adds depth, and the silky ganache glaze finishes it off. Each slice is full of flavor and is perfect for chocolate lovers.
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Sugar Cream Pie

A slice of custard pie is served on a white floral plate with a fork beside it; the rest of the pie is visible in the background. — Sugar Cream Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get ready for a slice of Hoosier heaven with this Classic Sugar Cream Pie. It's rich, it's creamy, and it's totally indulgent. One bite, and you'll be hooked!
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Lemon Bundt Cake

This Lemon Bundt Cake is bursting with fresh lemon and topped with a creamy glaze. It’s golden, zesty, and simple to bake from scratch. Perfect for any lemon lover.
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Peach Pandowdy

Hello, spiced Peach Pandowdy, you delicious rebel! This old-school treat packs juicy peaches under a buttery, flaky crust. It's like summer and comfort food had a dessert baby.
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Banana Caramel Cake

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

This Banana Caramel Cake turns a boxed mix into a caramel-flavored delight. It’s tender, sweet, and just right for a simple dessert. Maximum flavor, minimal effort and each slice is guaranteed delicious.
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Lemon Lime Cream Pie

A key lime cheesecake garnished with lime slices, orange slices, blackberries, and whipped cream sits on a white plate with a blue checkered cloth underneath. — Lemon Sponge Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Lemon Lime Cream Pie is a zesty party in your mouth. Smooth citrus cream in a graham cracker crust, topped with whipped cream and juicy blackberries. Be prepared for rave reviews!
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Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

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

Enjoy the fruity twist of Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake with caramelized apricots and cherries on top. It’s easy to bake and great for dessert. Simple ingredients, big flavor. Slice into this cake and enjoy!
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Key Lime Pie with Coconut Whipped Cream

A Key lime pie with whipped cream and lime slices on top, surrounded by whole and sliced limes on a dark surface. — Key Lime Pie. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

This easy key lime pie with coconut whipped cream is tangy and deliciously balanced between tart and sweet. It's a homemade dessert with a classic graham cracker crust.
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Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Slice into the rich, tender crumb of a homemade Red Velvet Bundt Cake topped with cream cheese frosting. It’s festive and flavorful, perfect for any celebration.
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Peanut Butter Pie

A slice of pie with a fluffy white topping, garnished with a chocolate chip and peanuts, placed on a white plate. The pie has a crumbly crust and a creamy filling. — Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Forget those boring store-bought pies! This homemade peanut butter pie is pure heaven. Creamy peanut butter filling in a crunchy graham cracker crust? Yes, please! Trust me, your taste buds will thank you.
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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.

Each slice of this Banana Cake Roll is filled with cream cheese and rolled into a tender sponge. It's a special treat with pecans, dried cranberries, and candied ginger. Surprisingly, it's also easy to make!
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Egg Custard Pie

A slice of custard pie with cinnamon topping on a white plate next to a fork, with a full pie and a milk bottle in the background. — Egg Custard Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Creamy homemade egg custard fills a pie crust to make this gorgeous custard pie which is flavored with aromatic vanilla and warm pumpkin pie spice.
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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 lemony punch and a creamy icing drizzle on top. It’s light, flavorful, fun to bake, and great for citrus fans. It's so easy: start with a boxed cake mix and a can of soda.
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