Everyone should have a buttercream recipe up their sleeve -- and a little extra to lick from the mixing bowl.
Author: Martha Stewart
Forget the boxed mix! Making a white cake from scratch is so worth it. Our easy version has a moist, tender crumb and pairs well with any frosting.
Author: Martha Stewart
We've dressed up our Classic Pound Cake recipe with blueberries, sour cream, and a lemon-cream topping.
Author: Martha Stewart
This delicious dessert recipe for Molten Chocolate Cake comes from Everyday Food's book, "Great Food Fast."
Author: Martha Stewart
In England, many desserts-such as this date-flecked cake soaked with a buttery, toffee-filled, gooey sauce-are called puddings.
Author: Martha Stewart
Freshly brewed coffee gives this dessert a subtle mocha flavor, but water can be substituted. The cake will crack slightly, but not break, as you roll it.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
The kransekake, which translates to "wreath cake", is the signature cake of Norway and a showstopping confection that is made for special occasions. And as impressive as a tall tower made out of eighteen...
Author: Martha Stewart
This stunner is a naturally gluten-free cake that has a smooth, ultra-rich texture. Packed with decadent dark chocolate and espresso, it's like the mocha latte of your dreams in dessert form. And we haven't...
Author: Martha Stewart
This fluffy vanilla cake gets it name (and flavor!) from the scalded milk in the batter. Martha made this recipe on episode 705 of Martha Bakes.
Author: Martha Stewart
This cake is even sweeter when embellished with handmade marzipan animal figures -- which aren't too hard to make if you have the patience.
Author: Martha Stewart
Remember Mom's heavenly angel food cake? Ours has the same ethereal texture (due to egg whites) but with a bright burst of lemon flavor, thanks to fresh juice and zest. Fluffy citrus cream frosting and...
Author: Martha Stewart
In this classic layer cake, egg whites serve as a leaven; they also give the mountainous frosting all its loft. Cake flour keeps this fruity dessert light and airy, and fresh raspberries are folded into...
Author: Martha Stewart
This light ad airy orange chiffon cake is simply delicious. This recipe for orange chiffon cake packs plenty of orange flavor using zest and juice and goes perfectly with a warm cup of tea.
Author: Martha Stewart
Spoon into these lemon pudding cakes and find a surprise in your dessert: There's a delicate and tart sauce at the bottom.
Author: Martha Stewart
In the North of England, it is traditional to serve lardy cake on holidays and special occasions.
Author: Martha Stewart
Individual pineapple upside-down cakes sitting in a pool of decadent rum caramel are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Martha made this recipe on "Martha Bakes" episode 710.
Author: Martha Stewart
Buttermilk helps make this cake tender and moist while rum gives it a lighthearted tropical kick. If you'd rather let the whole family enjoy this dessert, however, you can use orange juice for a kid-friendly...
Author: Martha Stewart
This gingerbread-based cake is both festive and homey thanks to the additions of pear and its upside-down make.
Author: Martha Stewart
This traditional Russian dessert is similar to a no-bake cheesecake. Dried-pineapple cutouts embellish this cake, but Martha sometimes uses jelly beans instead.
Author: Martha Stewart
Dark rum is lavishly used in a coconut Bundt cake; raisins, plump from soaking in the liquor, are mixed into the batter, and a sweet sticky glaze is drizzled on top.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's the test kitchen's favorite recipe for a classic pound cake. If you prefer your pound cake with a slightly less dense texture, follow our instructions below for a lighter variation that incorporates...
Author: Martha Stewart
These rich chocolate cakes have a soft center that partners well with the caramel topping. For the best texture, don't overbake the cakes.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ruffles of white chocolate-cream cheese frosting take this carrot cake to the next level. Seen from above, it looks like a rose. Make this cake a day or two ahead for the best flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
We added whipped cream and fruit to a classic tres leches cake recipe to make it undeniably delicious. You can use any fruit in season, alone or in combination. This luscious dessert is named "tres leches"-"three...
Author: Martha Stewart
In this version of the classic upside-down cake, the plum slices replace traditional pineapple and are arranged decoratively like rooftop shingles, completely covering the bottom of the pan.
Author: Martha Stewart
An American-born beauty, the cheesecake gets upgraded with a triple dose of chocolate. It's in the crust, in the filling, and over the top. To help prevent cracks, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake...
Author: Martha Stewart
Take Christmas to the next level with this highly detailed Yule log cake, complete with wood-grain pattern and chocolate pinecones.
Author: Martha Stewart
This torte is both dairy- and gluten-free. Toasted pecans lend a nutty flavor. Serve this simple dessert with lemon curd and berries for a sweet finish to your Passover meal.
Author: Martha Stewart
Growing up in Nutley, New Jersey, Martha used to help her neighbors Mr. and Mrs. Maus, who owned a bakery, make these delicious, buttery cakes filled with nuts and candied fruits. Read more about Martha's...
Author: Martha Stewart
Talk about a delightful twist on berries and cream! This light and airy chiffon cake will instantly transport you to cloud nine, and the luscious fruit filling is what summer dreams are made of.
Author: Martha Stewart
Use this rich butterscotch-flavored frosting to decorate Martha's spectacular Brown-Sugar Layer Cake or any dessert you please.
Author: Martha Stewart
This homemade layer cake is dense with flavors of dark-amber syrup and fresh, crushed walnuts.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is the easiest cheesecake to make-it takes just 15 minutes to assemble and doesn't require a water bath. When berries are in season, you can serve them instead of the compote.
Author: Martha Stewart
This chocolate cake recipe from Lucinda Scala Quinn's "Mad Hungry" cookbook involves minimal cleanup -- the ingredients are blended in the very pan that goes into the oven.
Author: Martha Stewart
A crack or crevice along the top of a pound cake is a good thing-especially when it's filled with a sweet Meyer lemon glaze.
Author: Martha Stewart
After much experimentation, we've discovered that this recipe for intensely-scented and sturdy gingerbread makes the finest building blocks your gingerbread house could hope for.
Author: Martha Stewart
Food writer Dorie Greenspan was inspired to create this cake after tasting a similar custard-like dessert in a Parisian bistro. This dish appears in her cookbook "Around My French Table."
Author: Martha Stewart
Quick breads are among our most well-loved edible gifts. Here, the season's standouts -- tart cranberries and refreshing citrus -- spike a batch of sweet, moist mini loaves.
Author: Martha Stewart
Chocolate and cherries are a match made in sweets heaven. A touch of kirsch -- brandy made from cherries -- enhances the filling for a more pronounced cherry flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
A chocolate cake enjoys an exalted presence when frosted with an irresistibly sweet, buttery spread. A garnish of shaved coconut takes the cake from diner counter to dinner-party finale.
Author: Martha Stewart
You'll want firm but ripe apples that are sweet, such as Empire or Gala. With the cinnamon in this homey cake, they'll hit the spot. Take a few minutes to arrange the apple slices in neat circles on the...
Author: Martha Stewart
For a delectable Valentine's Day surprise, bake our Coconut Pecan Cake in a heart-shape pan.
Author: Martha Stewart
This basic white sheet cake recipe, from the "Martha Stewart Baking Handbook," is the perfect foundation for many different kinds of desserts, such as a Festive Flag Cake.
Author: Martha Stewart
Cocoa powder and melted chocolate give this classic Chocolate Sheet Cake with Vanilla Buttercream deep, well-rounded flavor. Inspired by devil's food cake, it's a party-perfect dessert that's rich but...
Author: Martha Stewart
Use this vanilla Fluffy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting when making any of your favorite cupcakes.
Author: Martha Stewart
This pound cake is all about the earthy sweetness of maple syrup and the nutty crunch of toasted pecans.
Author: Martha Stewart
Chefs Julia Child and Jacques Pepin shared their recipe for this mouthwatering cake, a log-shaped cake made from a souffle-like mixture.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart