Cake

We tested every mix from Betty Crocker, Duncan Hines, Dolly Parton, and more to determine which box is worthy of your birthday.

This apple cake is the poster child for fall.

A crisp cookie base, a silky dark chocolate filling, and a glossy ganache top make this the ultimate chocolate cheesecake.

With tender buttermilk cake layers, a cranberry jam so good you’ll want it on toast, and a silky white chocolate frosting, this is a cake that’s equal parts impressive and achievable.

This tender butter pecan cake channels all the gooey richness of pecan pie, with toasted nuts and a sticky bourbon caramel glaze.

Warm, cozy, and plush—and the cream cheese frosting doesn’t hurt.

Classic crumb cake meets bouncy pumpkin mochi cake for this season's dessert mashup.

A rich and tender pumpkin cake that uses a whole can of pumpkin puree. No stand mixer needed and ideal for holiday gatherings.

There are many things that appeal about a Basque cheesecake—it's crustless (one less job) and is meant to look “rustic” with its wrinkled and jagged sides.

Try Komal’s pan de elote recipe with fresh corn and rice flour; a Mexican sweet corn cake topped with silky corn whipped cream.

This sunny mango bread is ultra-moist and bursting with tropical flavor; the loaf is topped with a tangy mango-lime glaze that sets to a glossy finish.

This is the perfect summer party dessert, featuring grilled pound cake, Cointreau-spiked raspberries, and classic vanilla ice cream.

Yes, it's a shortcut in a microwave. It's also a gooey, fudgy, wildly good chocolate cake.

This velvety pound cake is versatile; serve it with ripe summer berries or a warm fruit compote.

Our spin on the beloved classic, featuring pineapple jam and cream cheese frosting.

These bright cheesecake bars feature spring’s favorite flavor duo and a Triscuit cracker crust.

Inspired by Wayne Thiebaud’s iconic Cake Slice, these three distinct layers start with one simple batter.

Predestined to be the star of your next weekend hang or holiday brunch.

Party-ready and delightfully simple, this fudgy cake will become your go-to hosting dessert.

Two of our all-time favorite desserts, now in one new classic.

You don’t have to be a pro baker to pull off this big-occasion dessert.

Fruity olive oil means this fudgy cake will stay moist for days.

A festive, elegant gingerbread cake infused with orange and warm spices, and capped with a glossy dark chocolate ganache.

Skip the fuss of individual servings; this sheet cake sticky toffee pudding is cozier, easier, and, dare we say, far more festive.