Recipes for Cake and Cupcakes - Amanda's Cookin'

Lava Cake

Lindsay Opas — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

This lava cake recipe makes a truly decadent dessert that melts in your mouth and onto your plate, plus, it’s made with only 6 ingredients! Why this recipe works Gooey, rich lava cake is an indulgent treat for all kinds of occasions. It begins with a soft cake that’s baked in a ramekin, but the... Get the Recipe

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Funfetti Cake

Lindsay Opas — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Classic buttery vanilla cake dotted with a rainbow of colorful sprinkles and made completely from scratch, this tiered funfetti cake is the epitome of the perfect celebration cake! Why this recipe works Nothing screams celebrations and birthdays the way funfetti cake does. An explosion of colorful sprinkles meets a three-tiered vanilla cake with a soft,... Get the Recipe

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3 Ingredient Cherry Cupcakes

Amanda Formaro — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

You like shortcuts, don’t you? If you read this blog at all, you know that I love to bake from scratch. Sometimes though, there just isn’t time and you need to be able to whip something together pretty quickly. That’s when boxed cake mixes come in really handy. I usually keep one of each flavor... Get the Recipe

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Pineapple Angel Food Cake

Lindsay Opas — Sat, 21 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

This easy pineapple angel food cake is made with 2 ingredients, cake mix and crushed pineapple. It’s airy, moist, delicate, and begging for a fluffy whipped cream topping! Why this recipe works While this isn’t your traditional homemade angel food cake, this pineapple angel food cake couldn’t be easier to make with only a cake... Get the Recipe

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Chiffon Cake

Amanda Formaro — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This gorgeous all-occasion chiffon cake is made with pantry staple ingredients. The pillowy magic in this cake comes from the aerated eggs which leave you with a tender and oh-so-soft crumb. Why this recipe works Chiffon cakes are made with a much higher ratio of eggs in the batter compared to a traditional sponge cake.... Get the Recipe

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Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Amanda Formaro — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Rich and creamy 5-ingredient chocolate buttercream frosting is a classic for piping and decorating a plethora of sweet treats, and it comes together in just 10 minutes! Why this recipe works Just like our classic vanilla buttercream frosting, this chocolate version is a true staple for baked goods. A good chocolate buttercream frosting is airy,... Get the Recipe

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Snowflake Cake

Amanda Formaro — Fri, 25 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This beautiful snowflake cake is a real show-stopper when it graces the holiday dessert table! Simple layers of homemade white cake meet a magical ombre vanilla buttercream that’s topped with easy white chocolate snowflakes and sugar crystals. Why this recipe works Soft and bouncy homemade white cake is layered with baby blue and white buttercream... Get the Recipe

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Mayonnaise Cake

Amanda Formaro — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Chocolate mayonnaise cake is an old-fashioned way of making a soft, fluffy, moisture-rich cake without oil and butter and is the ultimate vehicle for a thick and sweet layer of chocolate frosting. Why this recipe works Say goodbye to crumbly, dense cakes with a simple sub-in of mayonnaise. Moist, rich, and full of decadent chocolate... Get the Recipe

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Pineapple Pound Cake

Amanda Formaro — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Deliciously moist and dense pineapple pound cake is dressed with a sweet pineapple vanilla glaze. This supple pineapple cake has the perfect crumb and is great for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack. Why this recipe works This pineapple pound cake is elevated with sweet tropical flavor, just enough to complement the richly dense pound... Get the Recipe

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Chantilly Cake

Amanda Formaro — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Light and airy vanilla cake layers meet fresh berries and fluffy frosting in this chantilly cake recipe. While the berries and cake make a delicately tasty base, the creamy chantilly frosting is what truly takes it to the next level! Why this recipe works Chantilly cake reigns superior to all other fresh fruit cakes in... Get the Recipe

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