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These recipes will shed some light on which cake to make for the party. Bake one of these birthday beauties, blow out the candles, and then dig in.

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German Chocolate Cake

"One of my new favorites! The coconut pecan frosting is really exceptional. I'm so glad I discovered this fantastic and special cake!"

-sonya/art

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Magnolia Bakery's Vanilla Birthday Cake

"This cake was delicious, and just what a kid's birthday cake should taste like! It was light, airy and very moist. Just about perfect!"

-moreCakePlz

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Double Chocolate Praline Fudge Cake

"This was amazing, and worth every calorie! I made it for my husband's birthday. It's very rich, and a tiny piece will be just enough!"

-Amy Martin KV

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Samoa Sheet Cake

All the flavors of a cookie baked into a cake.

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White Chocolate Mousse Mirror Cake

"Perfect. I let the mousse cake set over night and the kept the glaze in the fridge for the same amount of time. Then, I heated it to the recommended temperature and poured it over. So pleased with how it worked out."

-Lotty Frankie D.

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Pumpkin Pecan Layer Cake

"I always bake a cake for my coworkers' birthdays. This is by far everyone's favorite in the four years I have been there. You have got to try this cake!"

-Jana Silvey

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Creme Brulee Sheet Cake

Two desserts combine to make a creamy cake.

Mean Girls Giant S'mores Strudel

Ok, so technically it's not a cake, but this shortcut strudel is so big that it will definitely feed a crowd (and they'll love the gooey filling). So fetch!

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Banana Cake with Caramel Frosting

"This is a very good cake that can stand all by itself. However, the frosting makes it go over the top! One of my guests ate three pieces and exclaimed 'every bite is better than the one before!"

-Chef Carol Kay

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Cinnamon Roll Sheet Cake

"This was Good! I made a gluten free version of this for my daughter with gluten free cake mix boxes. Thanks for the recipe!"

-DownHomeDinner

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Jell-O Cake

"This was a big hit for my daughter's birthday! Very, very moist and delicious! Oh, and did I mention this was so easy to make?"

-Dana-MMH

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Red Velvet Cake

"This cake was wonderful! It was a big hit with my family. I am a chocolate cake freak and I loved it!"

-mmm29

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Key Lime Cake with White Chocolate Frosting

"This was such a great cake! I made it for my friend's birthday. The cake was very moist and the subtle lime flavor was awesome. The frosting was great too!"

-Shelby Jo

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Phenomenal Carrot Cake

"Truly a phenomenal carrot cake! I was looking for a recipe that had pineapple and coconut and came across this one. This is the BEST carrot cake ever!"

-Theresa P

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Neapolitan Refrigerator Sheet Cake

"This was super-easy and delicious! The cake came out so moist from the jello, and I loved the Cool Whip icing!"

-FrVanilla

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Cannoli Cake

This cake is easy and cheesy and tastes just like a cannoli.

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Barbie Birthday Cake

"I'm so glad I stumbled upon this recipe! The cake turned out perfectly. My daughter absolutely loved her cake!"

-QueenCong

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Black Forest Cake

"I had my husband make this for me for my birthday because it looked hard to mess up. I was right — this was the best Black Forest Cake I have ever had!"

-HolliAnna

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

"This is so delicious and very rich! I made this for my nephew's birthday, iced it with chocolate frosting and decorated it with smarties. The kids loved it!"

-Cranberry

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Bird's Strawberry Cake with Lemon Filling

"This cake is light and refreshing! I especially think that the whipped cream topping makes it seem very light. The flavors are marvelous together!"

-aHardDaysNight

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Hummingbird Cake

"This is the cake I make when it really needs to be special! I made it for my baby's first birthday. It's a nice change from chocolate or carrot, and it is a wonderfully southern thing without being flashy!"

-Tampa Red

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Doughnut Birthday Cake

"This was the best birthday cake I have ever made! It gets great stars just for being so easy. The kids helped to assemble and this cake was a hit with everyone, young and old!"

-Fairy Godmother

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Hershey's Chocolate Cake

"I make this recipe every time I need a cake now. It is my and my family's absolute favorite! I make it for every family birthday — it's so good!"

-PurlyQ

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Double Peanut Butter Pound Cake

"This cake is so moist and has the perfect amount of peanut butter in it! It's so good!"

-rrcolorguard07_10839392

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Rihanna Met Gala Dress Cake

Relive the magic of Rihanna's epic 2018 Met Gala dress with this Instagram-ready creation.

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Baby's 1st Birthday Banana Cake

"I found this while looking for a lower sugar option for my baby!"

-Kohtzy

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Deep Dark Chocolate Layer Cake

"I made this for my roommate's birthday and then again on the weekend! It is the perfect chocolate cake recipe — my search is over!"

-Criseyde'sMom

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Lemon Cake with Mascarpone

"This cake is delicious and impressive! Needless to say, with this cake, I continue my reign as dessert maker extraodinaire!"

-M&Mers

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Popcorn Cake

"This cake was really fun! It keeps well for several days — I had a piece on day 3 and it was still yummy!"

-Brooke the Cook in WI

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Cream of Coconut Cake

"Everyone loved this recipe! I made it for husband's birthday and he ate two pieces! This was an easy and delicious coconut cake!"

-klkscanner

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Vegan Blackout Cake

"I've made this cake a couple of times and it's amazing! My non-vegan friends didn't have a clue it was vegan until I mentioned it!"

-Laura in Taos

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FAQs

What are the best birthday cake combinations? ›

Favorite Cake Flavor Combinations
  • Chocolate cake layered with vanilla buttercream.
  • Chocolate truffle: chocolate cake layered with chocolate mousse and chocolate ganache with a buttercream or ganache coverture.
  • Vanilla with vanilla buttercream.
  • Almond cake with almond buttercream.

What is a good birthday cake for someone who doesn t like sweets? ›

You could try a carrot cake or a spice cake. Neither of those are quite as sweet as some other cakes. You could also cut back a little bit on the sugar and/or find a frosting that isn't too sweet.

What are the latest cake trends? ›

Cake Trends On The Rise In 2024, According To A Pastry Chef
  • Lambeth Piping.
  • Large Format Cakes.
  • Brunch Cakes.
  • Layered Meringue Cakes.
  • Bows.
  • Passion Fruit.
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Which type of cake is trending? ›

Chocolate Cake Flavour

There is nobody who can say no to chocolate cake. So, if you are a chocolate lover don't think twice for ordering a cake of your choice. Many kind of chocolate cakes are trending these days when it comes to chocolate.

What is the most popular cake in the US? ›

As of 2020, the Red Velvet Cake was the most popular birthday cake in 8 US states. The statistic suggests that as of 2020, the Red Velvet Cake was the most preferred choice for birthday celebrations in 8 out of the 50 states in the United States.

What is the most expensive birthday cake? ›

The "Diamond Cake" by Debbie Wingham - Price: $75 million

An amalgamation of luxury and confectionary art, it's embedded with more than 4000 diamonds, including pink, yellow, and white ones, making it not just a cake but a jewelled masterpiece. It's no wonder it holds the crown for the most expensive cake in the world!

Which birthday cake is more tasty? ›

Chocolate. No list of best flavoured cakes for birthdays and anniversaries is complete without the classic chocolate cake ,its popularity and rich, delectable flavour make chocolate cake one of the best cake flavours for birthdays and celebrations.

Which cake kids like most? ›

Top Cake Flavours for Kids

Whether you choose a chocolate sponge cake, or a chocolate layer cake with buttercream frosting, it's sure to be a hit with the kids. Another great cake flavour for kids' birthdays is vanilla. Vanilla cakes are classic and timeless, and they're sure to please both children and adults.

What type of cake is easiest to decorate? ›

Homemade Single Layer and Sheet Cakes

No special assembly or decorating skills or tools are required! One-layer cakes like classic vanilla sheet cake, fudge-like flourless chocolate cake, and this reader-favorite banana cake are easy to make, decorate, serve, and eat.

What cake sells the most? ›

The Latest Most Popular Cake Explained. As of 2020, the Red Velvet Cake was the most popular birthday cake in 8 US states. The statistic suggests that as of 2020, the Red Velvet Cake was the most preferred choice for birthday celebrations in 8 out of the 50 states in the United States.

What is the best selling cake? ›

Top 10 Most Popular Cakes in America
  • Red Velvet Cake: ...
  • Carrot Cake: ...
  • Lemon Pound Cake: ...
  • Vanilla Sponge Cake: ...
  • German Chocolate Cake: ...
  • Strawberry Shortcake: ...
  • Cheesecake: ...
  • Pineapple Upside-Down Cake: With its whimsical presentation, the upside-down pineapple cake adds a touch of nostalgia to the list of popular American cakes.
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