layer cake recipes

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Chocolate & raspberry birthday layer cake

Who could resist our chocolate and raspberry cake? Like a Victoria sponge but better, try budget-friendly frozen raspberries for the cream

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Easy lemon layer cake

Indulge in a slice of lemon cake for afternoon tea. With lovely light sponge layers, a citrus zing offsets the rich and creamy soft cheese icing

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Raspberry layer cake

Try this light, creamy raspberry cake for a sweet summer treat

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Triple chocolate & peanut butter layer cake

Make a showstopping cake this Easter. Top chocolate sponge with peanut butter frosting, ganache drip, pretzel bark and chocolate eggs for a divine ...

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Coconut layer cake

Love coconut? Treat yourself to a coconut layer cake, which features all the flavours of coconut in the sponge and icing, plus toasted flakes for t...

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Honey & almond layer cake

April opts for the 'naked' style of decorating so the cake isn't swamped with icing, but instead delicately finished with candied almonds and Swiss...

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Rainbow layer cake

Show support for the LGBTQ+ community by making this beautiful rainbow layer cake, ideal for sharing at Pride festivities

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Utterly nutterly caramel layer cake

The toffee nut topping gives this sponge the edge- we used Brazil nuts, hazelnut, pecans and almonds

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Chocolate & orange vertical layer cake

This sensational striped sponge requires careful assembly, but it's well worth the time and effort. Follow our steps for the perfect fudgy chocolat...

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Classic Christmas cake

Bake this festive fruit cake in advance of Christmas and feed it regularly with rum, brandy or whisky to build the flavour and keep it moist

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Best ever chocolate layer cake

We have the recipe for the best ever chocolate layer cake and it's easier than you would expect. A four layered cake with shiny chocolate icing, en...

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Lemon curd cake

A showstopping, lemon sponge layer cake with a delicious lemon curd icing and beautiful edible crystallised violets and primroses on top

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Easter lemon and elderflower almond cake

A real showstopper of a cake, this three-tiered beauty is all dark chocolate and Baileys Irish Cream. It's perfect for an impressive Christmas dess...

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Peanut butter layer cake

This peanut butter layer cake is a little effort but looks stunning and will satisfy the fussiest peanut butter fiends

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Clementine cake

This is a festive spin on a classic victoria sponge – instead of jam and cream it is layered with a homemade clementine curd (you can use shop-bo...

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Russian honey cake

Check out our impressive Russian cake recipe with moreish burnt-honey icing. This layer cake takes a bit of effort to make but it's the perfect cak...

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Chocolate and burnt butterscotch layer cake

This deliciously indulgent, grown-up chocolate and burnt butterscotch cake looks really impressive and is definitely worth the effort

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Courgette and coconut layer cake

If you love veggie cakes then you'll love our easy courgette and coconut cake. This super moist and moriesh layer cake is packed with fluffy cream ...

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Dirty chai ombre cake

Inspired by the dirty chai (a masala chai latte with a shot of espresso), this showstopping cake boasts layers of chai ganache and chocolate ombre ...

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Sloe gin cake

Team sloe gin with plums and make an autumnal layer cake with wow factor. It's sure to impress your friends, and best of all it's an easy recipe too

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Passion fruit layer cake

An easy-to-make springy sponge cake layered with the tangy, fresh-tasting sweetness of a passion fruit icing. This cake would make a lovely afterno...

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Carrot cake with maple frosting

How do you improve on a classic carrot cake? Roast the carrots for an even denser, richer cake, then slather in maple buttercream. This is a modern...

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Walnut layer cake

Make our showstopping walnut layer cake for afternoon tea treat or a special occasion. This classic bake has a satisfyingly nutty flavour and is fi...

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Chocolate-and-Vanilla Pudding Cake

An old-fashioned layer cake conjures a winter wonderland when topped with white-chocolate buttercream as pale and thick as a fresh snowbank. Despit...

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Apple Layer Cake with Cream-Cheese Frosting

Three layers of delicately spiced apple cake are filled and frosted with tangy cream-cheese frosting here, yielding a towering dessert worthy of an...

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7-Layer Ice Cream Cake

Colorful and fun, this easy ice-cream cake is made with store-bought ingredients.

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Salted-Caramel 6-Layer Chocolate Cake

This towering cake is ready for a celebration. It’s filled with delicious salted caramel and finished with a rich, deep chocolate frosting.

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Vanilla Sponge Cake With Strawberry-Meringue Buttercream

This beautiful three-layer cake makes a special dessert for any celebration.

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Vegan Chocolate Cake

Who says vegan desserts can't be decadent? The bottom layer of this two-tier chocolate cake is covered with mocha icing, while the top is blanketed...

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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 d...

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Tropical-Fruit Crepe Cake

If they like piña coladas, and gorgeous sweets for dessert, they'll go gaga for this crêpe cake layered with coconut-infused pastry cream. You ca...

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Banana Cake with Cream-Cheese Frosting

Tangy cream-cheese frosting freckled with grated dark chocolate is sandwiched between layers of moist banana cake in this truly celebration-worthy ...

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How to Make and Decorate a Whimsical Yule-Log Layer Cake

This tall rum-spiked layer cake is filled with chestnut frosting and decorated with chocolate frosting to look like a magical log.

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The Ultimate Devil's Food Cake

Our step-by-step guide will help you make your most devilish, chocolaty cake yet.

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Raspberry-Cream Layer Cake

Pretty pink whipped cream is an irresistible filling and frosting in this delicate raspberry layer cake that comes together in just one hour. It's ...

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Light and Fluffy Yellow Cake

Whipped egg whites are the secret behind this airy, moist cake. Decorate each layer with our Chocolate Frosting for a spectacular birthday or speci...

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Banana Layer Cake With Caramel Icing

A layer cake made for sharing with those you love.

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Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

Chocolate mayonnaise cake will convince you this creamy spread is good for more than just sandwiches.

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Tomato Soup Cake

Yes, canned tomato soup makes a delicious cake. We promise.

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Butter Toffee-Pecan Layer Cake

Highly impressive, but it's worth the effort.

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Pumpkin Bundt Cake

This recipe from my late grandmother's recipe box is one I make every holiday season.

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Coconut Chiffon Cake

This dreamy cake is a masterpiece.

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Old-Fashioned Caramel Cake

Caramel cake is a classic for a reason: It's decadent and delightful, time after time.

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Homemade White Cake

Whether you dress it up or down, this simple white cake recipe is sure to wow the crowd. Homemade and moist, it's easy to put together with pantry ...

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Easy jam sponge

Bake a simple and satisfying family pudding using our easy jam sponge recipe – it only needs a handful of ingredients and 30 minutes to make