Taking the Cake :: Cranberry Upside-Down Cake

:: Cranberry Upside-Down Cake ::
As Seen on Vanilla Garlic

Tart and vibrant cranberries serve as the base for this original dessert, which pairs their unmistakeable flavor with a hearty, cinnamon-laced cake. If summer heat has you longing for a crisp fall day, serve up a slice of this seasonal delight to instantly transport your tastebuds to autumn.

Taking the Cake :: Glazed Pecan-Raisin Cake

:: Glazed Pecan-Raisin Cake ::
As Seen on Martha Stewart

This moist, flavorful dessert is an homage to traditional fruitcake - with plump raisins, pecans, and just a hint of brandy - but without the dense texture. Add a drizzle of glaze over the top for a simple and elegant presentation.

Taking The Cake :: Pretty-in-Pink Peppermint Pattie Cake

:: Pretty-in-Pink Peppermint Pattie Cake ::
As Seen on A Southern Grace

Chocolate and mint - two classic flavors that become even more special when they're paired. This deceptively simple dessert has alternating layers of chocolate cake and peppermint buttercream specked with crushed candy canes topped with a decadent ganache. Sweet, refreshing, and a little bit unexpected.

Taking The Cake :: Caramel Cake With Caramelized Butter Frosting

:: Caramel Cake With Caramelized Butter Frosting ::
As Seen on Tartelette

Caramelized sugar lends an unmistakeable depth of flavor to both the cake and the frosting in this irresistible dessert. Add a small piece of bubble caramel before serving for a spectacular presentation.

Taking The Cake :: Crustless Milk and Cardamom "Pumpkin Pie"

:: Crustless Milk and Cardamom "Pumpkin Pie" ::
As Seen on [ No Recipes ]

This creative and sophisticated dessert is a great choice for gluten-free diners, because it relies on a whole pumpkin to house the silky custard filling instead of a traditional crumb crust.

Taking The Cake :: Yellow Birthday Cake

:: Yellow Birthday Cake ::
As Seen on the sophisticated gourmet

This cake is everything that a great birthday cake should be. Basic, quality ingredients come together to create four layers of divine, buttery, yellow cake, which then get sandwiched together with dark chocolate frosting. A thick coat of gorgeous yellow frosting and a few simple decorations make this dessert a stand-out at any celebration.

Taking The Cake :: Oatmeal Snack Cake

:: Oatmeal Snack Cake ::
As Seen on Lottie + Doof

A few minutes under the broiler is what takes the topping of this cake - which is packed with shredded coconut and pecans - right over the top.

Taking The Cake :: Piña-less Colada Cake

:: Piña-less Colada Cake ::
As Seen on A Southern Grace

Tart and refreshing lime curd is nestled between two layers of fluffy, rum-soaked coconut cake to create this delightful dessert. Top it off with Swiss meringue buttercream and toasted coconut for the ultimate springtime confection.

Taking The Cake :: Golden Crunch Cake

:: Golden Crunch Cake ::
As Seen on Not Without Salt

A basic cake recipe gets a spectacular finish with a nutty, buttery, and sweet topping that adds color and crunch. This recipe is truly a celebration for all of the senses.

Taking The Cake :: Easter Cake (Cassata) – Sicilian Ricotta Cake with Pistachio Marzipan

:: Easter Cake (Cassata) – Sicilian Ricotta Cake with Pistachio Marzipan ::
As Seen on Zoe Bakes

Not for the novice baker, this complex cake features alternating layers of liqueur-soaked sponge cake and sweetened ricotta surrounded by homemade pistachio marzipan and topped with cream cheese frosting. The pièce de résistance? The sparkling, jewel-like, candied fruit that tops it off.