Easy Cake Recipes: Delightful Desserts for Everyone

Baking a cake seems like a daunting task for many. However, today, many simple cake recipes will make the cooking process fun and straightforward.

We've put together a collection of easy cake recipes that you can whip up. We’ve included buttery cakes, three-way cakes, no-bake cheesecakes, classic cakes, and more in this list.

Chocolate brownie

It is one of the classic dessert recipes. Rich chocolate flavor, the moist texture will suit everyone's taste. This recipe is impossible to spoil and very easy to prepare.

Since the dough is very runny, do not use a removable-bottom pan that could leak. Plus, the chocolate brownie can be stored for several days.

Ingredients

1. 1 3/4 cups (225 g) wheat flour
2. 1/2 cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
3. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
4. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt
6. 1 1/2 cups (300 g) sugar
7. 2 eggs at room temperature
8. 1 cup (240 ml) milk
9. 1/2 cup (120 ml) grape seed oil or any mild-tasting oil
10. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
11. 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
12. To taste, you can add the filling: Swiss meringue chocolate cream, warm ganache, marshmallows, whipped cream.

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 ° C. Lubricate a 25 cm round dish with butter, line the bottom with parchment paper and oil.
2. Place the filter in a large bowl. Add flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sift.
3. Add sugar and stir until smooth.
4. In another large bowl, beat eggs, milk, butter, and vanilla.
5. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and beat until the lumps disappear and the dough is smooth.
6. Pour in boiling water carefully and stir until smooth.
7. Pour the dough into a baking dish. Place the container in the center of the oven and bake for about 50 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven and let the chocolate brownie stand for 10 minutes. To remove the brownie from the mold, slide the butter knife along the sides.

Costless Tips

You can add an even richer brownie flavor by adding a cup of hot black coffee instead of a glass of water.

If you are making a cake for a large group, double the ingredients and bake the brownie in a 40 cm pan for 40 minutes.

3-Ingredient Gluten-Free Cake

A great, simple 3-ingredient gluten-free cake recipe (plus butter, salt, and pepper) perfect for special occasions or homemade teas.

Ingredients

1. 1 cup (100 g) unsalted butter
2. 8 large eggs
3. 400 g chocolate drops
4. 1/4 teaspoon acceptable sea salt

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 ° C. Take a mold with a removable bottom and brush it with butter.
2. Using a mixer on high speed, beat the eggs in a large bowl until they double in size, about 5 minutes.
3. Place the chocolate drops, salt, and butter in a large bowl and melt in the microwave. Microwave the chocolate on high power for 10 seconds. Then remove and stir. Repeat the process until the chocolate is smooth and fluid.
4. Using a rubber spatula, gently add one-third of the beaten eggs to the chocolate mixture and stir until smooth. Pour the resulting mixture into the remaining beaten eggs and go again until smooth.
5. Pour the chocolate and egg mixture into a baking dish and place it in the oven. Place a pot of water under the bottom of the mold.
6. Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center is clean and the sides of the cake begin to separate from the pan, about 30-40 minutes. Let cool before serving.

Strawberry cheesecake

Cheesecake is another classic dessert that many people love. Light, airy texture, fresh strawberry flavor, and crunchy cheesecake base will appeal to both children and adults. In addition, this cheesecake is easy to prepare and does not require baking.

Ingredients

1. 250 gr cream cheese
2. 1/3 cup sugar
3. 1 glass of sour cream
4. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5. 250 g whipped cream
6. 150 gr crackers
7. 450 g fresh strawberries

Preparation

1. Whisk the cream cheese until smooth using a mixer. Add sugar gradually. Add sour cream and vanilla. Add whipped cream.
2. Grind the cracker in a blender and add 1/4 cup sugar and 1/3 cup ghee. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish with a removable bottom in an even thin layer and bake for 8 minutes in the preheated oven at 180 ° C. Let cool completely.
3. Place the cheese mixture on top of the crust and smooth the surface. Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until it solidifies.
4. Starting in the center, arrange the strawberries in a circle. Garnish with additional berries and mint leaves if desired.

Vanilla cake

We guarantee that you will cook this vanilla cake over and over again. We'll show you how to make the perfect vanilla sponge cake, to which you can add various fillings, impregnations, cream, or icing to your liking. If you are a novice baker, a light sprinkle of powdered sugar is sufficient.

You can cut the pie in half and add a generous layer of jam, chocolate, or buttercream in the middle.

Ingredients

1. 175 g margarine or softened butter
2. 175 g icing sugar
3. 3 large eggs
4. 175 g wheat flour
5. 1 teaspoon baking powder
6. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
7. a pinch of salt

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 ° C. Brush an 18-centimeter round baking dish with a bit of butter or margarine. Cover the dish with baking parchment to keep it snug against the base.
2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl with a wooden spoon or hand mixer until smooth. It is essential not to beat the dough too hard.
3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, smooth the top, and bake on a medium oven rack for about 45-50 minutes. You can tell that the cake is finished by its golden crust. Another test is to insert a skewer into the center of the cake - it should come out clean.
4. Leave the cake in the pan for 5 minutes, then gently run the knife around the edge and turn it over onto the wire rack to cool. Serve sprinkled with icing sugar.

Costless Tips

This cake is endlessly versatile and incredibly easy to make. Simply place all the ingredients in a bowl and beat until smooth. You can mix with a wooden spoon, a handheld electric mixer, or a pulse-action food processor for various difficulty levels.

It is better to use margarine for this cake than butter.

Don't be tempted to open the oven before 40 minutes - you'll regret it. The cake will settle and not be as airy.

Lemon pie

A classic lemon pie perfect for family gatherings with tea. And the process of making this cake will take no more than 30 minutes.

Ingredients

1. 225 gr butter
2. 225 gr icing sugar
3. 3 lemon zests
4. juice from 2 lemons
5. 4 medium eggs
6. 200 gr flour
7. 1 teaspoon baking powder
8. 50 g ground almonds
9. powdered sugar

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 °C. Grease a 20 cm diameter baking dish with a removable bottom and line the bottom with parchment paper. Whisk butter and icing sugar in a large bowl using a whisk or mixer. Add the lemon zest (leaving a little for garnish) and stir well.
2. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Add the butter mixture to the eggs. Stir everything until smooth.
3. Sift flour and baking powder, add to baking mixture, and stir. Add ground almonds and 3/4 lemon juice to the batter. Whisk everything until smooth.
4. Place the dough in a cake tin and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
5. Remove the cake from the oven and let the cake cool. Combine the remaining lemon juice, zest, and icing sugar in parallel to create a runny frosting. Spread the icing over the top of the cake and let it set.

Raspberry custard cake

This simple yet delicious cake is filled with fresh raspberries and a smooth custard, making it the perfect family dinner treat.

Ingredients

1. 250 gr butter
2. 250 gr custard
3. 250 g cane sugar
4. 4 large eggs
5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6. 300 gr flour
7. 50 g ground almonds
8. ½ teaspoon baking powder
9. 250 gr raspberries
10. 2 tablespoons almond flakes
11. icing sugar for dusting

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 ° C. Grease a 20 cm baking dish with butter.
2. Set aside 100 g of custard in a separate bowl. Transfer the remaining cream to a large bowl and mix with the butter and sugar. In the resulting cream, beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
3. Sift flour into cream, add ground almonds and baking powder. Transfer the dough to a cake tin.
4. Sprinkle raspberries on the cake and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes. Remove the cake from the oven, brush with the remaining cream, and sprinkle with almond flakes.
5. Chill the cake before serving, then cut into slices and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Coconut pineapple cake

The bright coconut flavor complements the tart sweetness of pineapple and is excellent for a holiday treat.

Ingredients

1. 1 1/2 coconut flakes
2. 1/2 cup ghee
3. 1 1/2 cups flour
4. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt
6. 1 cup of sugar
7. 3 large eggs
8. 1 glass of sour cream
9. 1 can of canned pineapple in its juice

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Grease a baking dish with butter. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. Using an electric mixer at high speed, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Reduce the rate to a minimum and add flour and sour cream. Mix until smooth.
3. Place the pineapple and 1 cup of coconut in the batter and toss with a spatula. Transfer the dough to a baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup coconut. Bake for about 65-70 minutes (cover tin halfway with foil). Let the cake cool for 15 minutes.

Five-minute chocolate cake

This chocolate cake is lightweight and easy to make. It can be baked as a single-layer rectangular cake or created as a two- or three-layer cake.

Use commercial or homemade chocolate icing for your layered cake.

Ingredients

1. 1 3/4 cups flour
2. 2 cups sugar
3. 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
4. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
5. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
6. 1 teaspoon salt
7. 2 large eggs
8. 1 glass of milk
9. 1/2 cup vegetable oil
10. 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
11. 1 cup boiling water

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 °C. Grease a baking dish and sprinkle with flour. You can use a large baking sheet and several of the same size tins for a layered cake.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, butter, and vanilla. Beat with a mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes.
3. Gradually add boiling water to the dough, stirring constantly.
4. Transfer the batter into prepared baking tins.
5. Bake the cake for about 35 minutes if you want to make the cake in 1 layer or 30 minutes for the layered one.
6. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Then take the cake out of the mold.
7. If desired, grease the cake with icing and send it to the refrigerator until the cream solidifies.

Red velvet

This cake is famous for its beautiful shade, chocolate biscuit flavor, and delicate cheese cream. This classic American cake is, contrary to popular belief, straightforward to make. And its fantastic taste will delight your guests.

Ingredients

1. 175 g flour
2. 3 tbsp. tablespoons of cocoa powder
3. 1 teaspoon baking powder
4. 150 g icing sugar
5. 2 eggs
6. 150 ml odorless oil
7. 150 ml buttermilk/kefir
8. 2 tbsp. spoons of red dye
9. 100 g ghee
10. 250 g icing sugar
11. 300 g cream cheese

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 ° C. Prepare two 18cm baking dishes and line them with parchment paper.
2. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, and icing sugar in a large bowl. Beat the eggs for 5 minutes. Add butter and kefir to the eggs. Stir everything until smooth and add food coloring.
3. Combine the egg mixture with the dry ingredients and beat them together using a mixer to avoid lumps.
4. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and place in the tins. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cakes rise. Pierce the center of the cakes with a skewer to check that the cake is ready - the skewer should come out dry. Remove the cakes and let cool, then remove from the molds. Cool on a wire rack.
5. To make the frosting, beat the butter and icing sugar until smooth, then add the cream cheese. Spread the cream between the layers of the cake, and spread the remainder over the top and sides.

Coffee cake with cappuccino cream

This simple cake made from a coffee base and cappuccino cream will be the star of the festive table. Perfect for a party, birthday, or family gathering, it doesn't take long to prepare.

Ingredients

1. 200 gr butter
2. 200 g cane sugar
3. 250 gr flour
4. 3-4 tbsp. tablespoons of instant coffee
5. pinch of baking powder
6. 2 eggs
7. 125 gr sour cream
8. 250 gr icing sugar
9. 125 gr ghee for cream
10. 1 tablespoon strong coffee
11. cocoa powder for dusting

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 180 ° C.
2. Combine 200 g butter, 200 g cane sugar, and 250 ml water in a saucepan. Put a saucepan over low heat and wait until the butter and sugar have melted.
3. Remove the pan from heat and add flour, coffee, baking powder, eggs, and sour cream. Stir everything until smooth.
4. Prepare a baking dish and line it with parchment paper. Pour the dough into a mold and bake for 25-30 minutes.
5. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Then take the cake out of the mold and place it on a tray.
6. To make the cream, beat the icing sugar, ghee, and coffee until stiff peaks. Spread the cream all over the cake, then sprinkle with cocoa powder.

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