Transform an ordinary cake into something spectacular by turning it into a layer cake. They are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Imagine slicing through rich frosting into a moist cake with delectable fillings. Yum! A layer cake will make any occasion extra special. So, grab your apron and be sure you have flour, butter, and sugar. We’re sharing an assortment of irresistible layer cake recipes any baking enthusiast can make.
Lemon Cake With Chantilly Cream
“This recipe has always had a soft spot in my heart since I was a little girl. The cake portion can easily be turned into a loaf of lemon bread. And no matter how you slice this, it is just the right amount of lemon flavor without being overly tart or sweet.” – Shay
Southern Belle Peach Cake
“I wanted to make a fresh fruit dessert so I decided I would try to put together a peach dessert. This cake is so moist it is almost wet. The icing is also peach and it is to die for. My hubby tasted the icing and said he could just eat a bowl of it and be satisfied. When he tried the cake and icing together he said this was maybe the best cake I have made.” – Becky
Strawberry Crunch Cake
“This recipe is a twist on an old classic favorite, Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream bars. This cake is a sure win for any summer picnic, potluck, or BBQ. It can be served with ice cream or turned into a spectacular ice cream cake by adding a layer of ice cream to the center.” – Roni
Cubano Espresso Dark Chocolate Cake
“This cake recipe was written for my son to bake at the county youth fair. He was named a top 10 and auctioned it off for top dollar.” – Amy
Watergate Cake With Pineapple
“I have been making a pistachio cake and Watergate salad for years. So I decided to combine the two. This is a super moist yet light cake that gets gobbled up every time I make it.” – Melissa
Gentilly Cake
“I got the inspiration for this cake from Rouses’ famous Gentilly cake. What really makes this cake special is the light and airiness of the cake with almond flavoring. The first time I tasted a Gentilly cake it reminded me of a classic wedding cake. It was love at first sight and I just knew I had to recreate this cake at home.” – Debbie
Finger Lickin’ Good Cake (Barbara Mandrell’s “Pig-Lickin’ Cake”)
“You won’t want to leave anything on your fingers or your plate! This has got to be my all-time favorite cake. I made this for myself for my birthday not too long ago!” – Laura
Missy’s Peanut Butter Passion Cake
“I have never shared this specific recipe until now. It’s a wonderful cake and has been a prizewinning blessing to me. It won a 1st place ribbon and $100 prize in the 2010 Kroger Employee Holiday Baking Contest and a 1st place medal in the adult dessert category at the Texas Rice Festival cooking contest held in Winnie, Texas, last weekend. It’s a blessed cake!” – Melissa
Bea’s Pineapple Cake w/Seven Minute Icing
“My family loves for me to make this cake. This is not only an impressive cake but it is so very moist and delicious as well. If you take it somewhere, it will disappear so fast that you may not get a slice for yourself!” – Bea
Refreshing Lemon Icebox Cake
“This cake is so refreshing and a crowd-pleaser. A great cake to take to a gathering, you will surely leave with a clean cake platter. My family loves this cake, especially in the summertime. Hope you enjoy cooking this cake as much as I do!” – Kathy
Chantilly Cake
“All I can say is that this cake is good. I have been making Chantilly cake for many years. It’s a well-known cake in the Hawaii bakeries. I made it this Easter and it went like a flash.” – Shirley
Chocolate Fudge Oreo Cake
“This is a recipe that I have worked with for a couple of months to get it as I wanted it. I must say – – it was fun and yummy ‘getting’ it right!” – Patti
Daddy’s Birthday Cake – German Chocolate Cake
“My Dad called me just before his 75th birthday and asked me to bring him a cake for his birthday dinner because Mom had him on a diet. I was under strict orders to not mention that he asked for a cake. He loves chocolate cake and coconut. So I thought if I was taking the rap for his birthday cake, I was going to make it an impressive one.” – Lisa
Mama Seward’s Strawberry Cake Recipe
“I got this strawberry cake recipe from my daughter’s grandmother. It is absolutely incredible.” – Wanda
Perfect Italian Cream Cake
“Everyone loves this cake, and can’t believe it starts with a mix! The frosting recipe makes a LOT of frosting, as my family likes it decadent!” – Michelle