When you need a no-fuss dessert that practically makes itself, a slow cooker cherry dump cake is the answer. It’s a classic comfort dessert with minimal prep, zero stress, and maximum flavor. The beauty of a dump cake is in its simplicity. Just “dump” the ingredients into your slow cooker, set it, and forget it. … Read more
There are few desserts as showstopping yet elegant as a perfectly risen dark chocolate soufflé. The moment it emerges from the oven, puffed high above the rim of its ramekin, it feels like magic captured in a dish. Yet, despite their dramatic appearance, dark chocolate soufflés are surprisingly approachable with the right technique and a … Read more
There’s something undeniably comforting about sheet cakes. Their simplicity, moist texture, and ability to feed a crowd make them a timeless favorite. Among the many varieties, the Samoa Sheet Cake stands out as a mouthwatering tribute to the beloved flavors of the classic Samoa cookie. Rich chocolate cake forms the base, topped with a luscious … Read more
Hot Fudge Pudding Cake – A blown up version of my most popular recipe post of ALL time, the Molten Chocolate Mug Cake! This one feeds a crowd, is just as easy and every bit as delicious, with its fluffy, cake-y outside and molten, saucy inside. Recipe by: cleobuttera.com
Bright, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Lemon Raspberry Cake is everything you want in a spring or summer dessert. With soft lemon-infused layers, juicy raspberries throughout, and a light lemon glaze or frosting to finish, this cake is a slice of sunshine you can serve year-round. It’s elegant enough for special occasions but … Read more
When you want a dessert that’s rich, moist, and unapologetically chocolatey, this Dark Chocolate Cake is the one. It’s the kind of cake that stops you mid-bite. Deep, dark cocoa flavor, a tender crumb, and just the right balance of sweetness—it’s an all-time classic that always impresses. Whether it’s for birthdays, dinner parties, or “just … Read more
If you’re chasing a dessert that whispers of French countryside charm and the essence of peak-season strawberries, this cake is it. French Strawberry Cake is understated elegance—a buttery sponge folded with fresh berries and topped with soft whipped cream that melts on the tongue. This is not your average strawberry shortcake. It’s less sweet, more … Read more
Chocolate applesauce cake is the ultimate hidden-gem dessert. It doesn’t need layers, frosting, or even much fuss—yet it hits all the marks: rich cocoa flavor, moist crumb, and a naturally sweet finish thanks to applesauce. It’s the kind of cake that flies under the radar but becomes a household favorite after just one bite. This … Read more