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Gooey Butter Cake

This sticky-sweet cake is a St. Louis specialty -- every bakery in Missouri has its own version. Martha made this recipe on episode 703 of Martha Bakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Vanilla Sponge Cake with Strawberry Meringue Buttercream

Tall and light-as-air, this three-layer chiffon cake is a strawberry lover's delight. There are three pounds of berries sandwiched between its layers, mixed into the ethereal whipped frosting, and in a...

Author: Martha Stewart

Bee Sting Cake

This richly layered bee sting cake gets its name (bienenstich, in German) from a honey glaze that's applied to the dough before baking.

Author: Martha Stewart

Blueberry Upside Down Cake

For a fluffy cake, it's important to use milk that's at room temperature -- it keeps the butter from curdling.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting

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

White Sheet Cake

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

Maple Layer Cake

This homemade layer cake is dense with flavors of dark-amber syrup and fresh, crushed walnuts.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mom's Currant Cake

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Cakes with Ganache Glaze

Refrigerating the glazed cakes will help them set more quickly, but they will lose some of their shine. If there's time and you prefer a shiny glaze, let the cakes set at room temperature.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fudgy Devil's Food Cake with Chocolate Ganache Frosting

For the ultimate chocolate lover, make this rich, dense chocolate cake with an equally intense, chocolatey frosting.

Author: Martha Stewart

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting recipe is from reader Julie Haifley of Washington, D.C. It's a classic combination that works for a number of occassions, like Easter.

Author: Martha Stewart

Coconut Pecan Cake

For a delectable Valentine's Day surprise, bake our Coconut Pecan Cake in a heart-shape pan.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate and Vanilla Zebra Cake

Striking stripes of vanilla and chocolate hide beneath a thick coating of glossy chocolate frosting in this dramatic cake. Best of all, it's surprisingly simple to pull off; the pattern is created by alternating...

Author: Martha Stewart

Blitz Torte

Rich orange-flavored pastry cream is sandwiched between layers of meringue-topped yellow cake in this decadent dessert. Martha made this recipe on "Martha Bakes" episode 713.

Author: Martha Stewart

Carrot Cake with White Chocolate Frosting

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

Tangerine Cake with Citrus Glaze

Tangerine juice adds zest to the batter and glaze of this festive Bundt cake. Thin skins make tangerines a breeze to squeeze by hand. For smooth, pulp-free juice (great in this glaze), strain juice through...

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry Orange Walnut Tea Cakes

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

Gingerbread For Houses

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

Hummingbird Cake

This Southern-style Hummingbird layer cake features a crowd-pleasing combination of banana, pineapple, and coconut. The name's origin remains something of a mystery: Some say it's because the cake is as...

Author: Martha Stewart

Yule Logs

Take Christmas to the next level with this highly detailed Yule log cake, complete with wood-grain pattern and chocolate pinecones.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pear Cranberry Upside Down Cake

Serve a scoop of Spice Ice Cream alongside this upside-down cake for a delicious fall dessert.

Author: Martha Stewart

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cakes

With three shades of chocolate, these cakes are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the sweet tooth.

Author: Martha Stewart

Molasses Spice Cake

An array of aromatic spices-including ground cinnamon, mace, and black pepper-make this molasses cake perfect for a fall dessert. It's frosted with a rich cream cheese buttercream, then finished with a...

Author: Martha Stewart

Coconut Rum Raisin Bundt Cake with Rum Caramel Glaze

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

Strawberries and Cream Stack Cake

Everyone, meet tiramisu's enchanting summery sister. This no-bake, make-ahead treat may stand tall, but you can whip it up in short order: simply whisk mascarpone and heavy cream into glossy peaks, soak...

Author: Greg Lofts

Chocolate, Banana, and Graham Cracker Icebox Cake

An overnight stint in the fridge softens the graham crackers and firms up the pudding to create a sliceable dessert in this icebox cake recipe.

Author: Martha Stewart

Barbie Birthday Cake

When assembling the cake, use a new doll and wrap it in plastic before putting it in the center of the cake. Candles should absolutely not be used, because Barbie's hair is flammable.

Author: Martha Stewart

Warm Chocolate Pudding Cakes with Caramel Sauce

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

Chocolate Cake with Espresso Glaze

Flourless chocolate cake is a crumbly and dense classic everyone loves. This version gets subtle coffee flavor from espresso powder used in the batter and in a rich, creamy dark-chocolate glaze served...

Author: Martha Stewart

Blueberry Lemon Tea Cakes

With juicy berries and zesty lemon, these tiny cakes pack big flavors. For a blue-ribbon presentation, print these gift labels and attach to wax paper-wrapped loaves.

Author: Martha Stewart

1 2 3 4 Lemon Cake

The name of this old-fashioned lemon cake comes from the simple formula used for measuring the main ingredients: one cup butter, two cups sugar, three cups flour, and four eggs.

Author: Martha Stewart

John's Chocolate Truffle Torte

For real chocoholics, this dark, decadent, flourless cake is a dream come true. The recipe is especially easy, too -- unlike most flourless cakes, the batter for this one is lightened with whipped cream...

Author: Martha Stewart

Rainbow Cake

This colorful layer cake from "Whisk Kid" blogger Kaitlin Flannery is ideal for a child's birthday party, or any time you want to make a big impression.

Author: Martha Stewart

Orange Pound Cake

Orange juice and zest adds citrus brightness to rich, buttery poundcake.

Author: Martha Stewart

Strawberry Shortcakes

These classic sweets aren't fancy; they're just plain good and full of memories. Flaky biscuits are filled with our macerated sweetened strawberries and topped with homemade whipped cream.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Mint Icebox Cake

This old-fashioned no-bake cake has just three components: store-bought cookies, homemade mint whipped cream, and chocolate chips.

Author: Martha Stewart

Julia and Jacques's Chocolate Roulade

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

Glazed Pecan Raisin Cake

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Author: Martha Stewart

Caramel Buttercream Frosting for Brown Sugar Layer Cake

Use this rich butterscotch-flavored frosting to decorate Martha's spectacular Brown-Sugar Layer Cake or any dessert you please.

Author: Martha Stewart

Strawberry Meringue Buttercream

This recipe for strawberry meringue buttercream from "Martha Stewart's Baking Handbook" is the perfect frosting for White Cupcakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Walnut Honey Cake

The honey glaze ensures that this cake is extra-moist.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Spice Cake

We like a glass of ice-cold milk to accompany this cake recipe. Baked with dried cranberries, golden raisins, and ginger, the cake gets a gentle tang from sour cream.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake with Chocolate Glaze

This cheesecake is a fresh take on a familiar combination. It's not too sweet and has a voluptuous consistency. The glossy chocolate glaze goes on like satin.

Author: Martha Stewart

Butter Cake I

Use this recipe to make our Chrysanthemum Cupcakes and Sweet Pea Cake.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Wine Cake

This rich chocolate wine cake recipe, provided by Margot Murdock Murphy, uses a Nordic Ware Fleur De Lis Bundt Pan.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Ricotta Icebox Cake

Preparing this mouthwatering chocolate cake takes only 30 minutes; you can make it up to two days ahead.

Author: Martha Stewart

Orange Almond Cake

Every part of the orange plays a role in this dessert. Boiling the oranges mellows bitterness from the skin and pith, the soft fruit that results adds tang to the batter.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fluffy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Use this vanilla Fluffy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting when making any of your favorite cupcakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake

Got cranberry sauce leftover from Thanksgiving? Swirl it into the creamy filling of this foolproof vanilla cheesecake.

Author: Martha Stewart

Almond Torte with Raspberry Filling

This torte is a light-but-elegant cake filled with good-quality seedless raspberry jam.

Author: Martha Stewart