Light, luscious, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, this elegant layer cake is pure sunshine on a plate. Soft, buttery layers are brushed with a hint of Limoncello and finished with a billowy mascarpone-lemon cream frosting that’s as airy as it is tangy. No piping bags or fancy tools required—just swirl the icing generously over...Read More

This decadent Coconut Macadamia Coffee Cake brings the flavors of the tropics right to your kitchen. Toasted coconut, buttery macadamias, and a hint of dark rum come together in a rich, golden bundt cake that’s both elegant and comforting. The cream cheese in the batter makes it extra moist and tender, while the buttery crumb...Read More

“This was one of my childhood favorites! It’s my Grandma’s carrot cake recipe with cream cheese icing. We used to make them in little loaf pans for maximum icing coverage!” — Pastry Chef Marina Sousa This classic carrot cake has all the charm of home baking — tender, moist, and delicately spiced, with a luscious...Read More

Some recipes simply feel like home — their aroma alone can warm a kitchen and draw everyone close. This Apple Raisin Walnut Spice Cake, shared by longtime farmers market customer Kimberly Wright, is one of those enduring classics. Made with tart, heirloom apples and a generous mix of raisins soaked in bourbon or dark rum,...Read More

Fragrant with fresh rosemary and bright with Meyer lemon, this rustic olive oil cake strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Adapted from the Babbo Cookbook by Mario Batali, it’s moist, tender, and beautifully simple — just the kind of not-too-sweet cake that pairs perfectly with espresso or an afternoon cup of tea. A...Read More

There’s something timeless and deeply comforting about a slice of caramel cake — golden layers of tender, buttery crumb wrapped in a velvety brown sugar frosting that melts into every bite. This vintage favorite, often spotted at church suppers and Sunday socials across the South, is the kind of cake that makes people stop mid-conversation...Read More

Delicately light yet richly flavored, this Lemon Chiffon Cake balances sunny citrus brightness with a tender, cloud-like crumb. Safflower oil keeps it moist and silky, while whipped egg whites give it that signature airy lift. This elegant classic is delightful on its own or serves as the perfect base for layered desserts like the Mixed...Read More

Golden husk cherries (also known as ground cherries) take center stage in this luscious upside-down cake. Baked with a buttery brown sugar and rum glaze, the fruit caramelizes into a glossy, sweet-tart topping that pairs beautifully with the tender, vanilla-scented cake beneath. Simple enough for a casual dessert yet elegant enough to impress guests, this...Read More

This vintage Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a cherished classic, shared by Larry Canning—a retired woodsman with a treasure trove of century-old cookbooks. It’s the kind of recipe that reminds you why simple, old-fashioned cakes never go out of style: buttery caramelized pineapple rings, jewel-toned cherries, and a tender golden sponge baked right in a cast-iron...Read More