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17 Cakes & Cupcakes to Wow Your Next Party

Erren Hart

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06/16/2025

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Got a celebration coming up? Skip the store-bought desserts and impress your guests with something truly special! This collection of 15 irresistible cake and cupcake recipes has something for every occasion—from timeless frosted classics to over-the-top layered masterpieces. With simple instructions and creative flavor twists, you’ll whip up the perfect show-stopping treat to make your celebration unforgettable.

4th of July Cupcakes

Red velvet cupcakes with white frosting, decorated with red, white, and blue sprinkles and miniature American flags—perfect Memorial Day recipes. The cupcake wrappers have a blue background with white stars.
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This vibrant recipe yields 24 crowd-pleasing red velvet cupcakes, each generously topped with a swirl of whipped cream frosting. Note: The frosting amount is calculated for a liberal 4 tablespoons per cupcake. Adjust the frosting recipe accordingly if you prefer less.

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Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Layered carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and chopped pecans on top, displayed on a white cake stand against a light background.
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Treat yourself to the ultimate carrot cake experience! This moist, perfectly spiced cake is topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Simple to make, irresistibly sweet, and guaranteed to wow any crowd!

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Chocolate Sheet Cake with Whipped Ganache Frosting

A tray of chocolate-frosted brownies cut into squares, topped with colorful sprinkles.
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This chocolate sheet cake is rich, moist, and full of decadent chocolate flavor. A hint of coffee enhances every bite. Topped with whipped ganache frosting, it’s pure indulgence.

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Boston Cream Pie Cake

A close up of a vanilla cake filled with custard and covered in chocolate glaze.
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This Boston Cream Pie Cake is a delicious reminder of everything we love about American desserts. Moist cake layers are filled with a creamy vanilla center and finished with a decadent chocolate glaze. It’s a nostalgic treat that’s guaranteed to satisfy.

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Key Lime Cupcakes

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Our Key Lime Cupcakes are a burst of sunshine. They feature a tangy cake bursting with lime flavor and a dollop of creamy lime cream cheese frosting. 

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Best Chocolate Cake {EVER}

Chocolate Lovers Dream Cake - Erren's Kitchen - Indulge yourself with this amazing recipe. This heavenly moist, fudgy chocolate cake is filled with dark chocolate pudding, covered with chocolate butter cream, a layer of malted milk chocolate balls and topped with a layer of chocolate curls. Its any chocolate lover's dream cake.
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A moist and fudgy base gives way to a gooey dark chocolate pudding center, all finished with a smooth and creamy chocolate buttercream frosting.

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Easy Chocolate Cupcakes

A close-up of two chocolate cupcakes on a white plate. The cupcakes are topped with whipped cream frosting and dusted with cocoa powder.
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You can top these easy chocolate cupcakes with whipped cream frosting and your favorite toppings. They are simple to make and taste absolutely delightful.

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Lemon Curd Cake

A lemon cake topped high with mixed berries with a slice cut out to reveal the lemon curd filling.
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Our Lemon Curd Cake elevates every celebration. Layers of tangy lemon curd, creamy frosting, and tender cake create a delightful escape for the senses.

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Victoria Sponge Cake with Whipped Cream

A victoria sponge cake with whipped cream in the middle and jam
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This Victoria Sponge Cake offers a delightful contrast of flavors. Fluffy vanilla sponge cake layers are filled with tart raspberry jam and topped with light and creamy whipped cream. It’s a refreshing and satisfying dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

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Ultimate Chocolate Cupcakes

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These cupcakes boast a depth of chocolate flavor so intense that they’re practically sinful. Topped with luxuriously smooth ganache frosting, they’re a decadent treat fit for a chocoholic’s dream.

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Lemon Sponge Cake

A slice of Lemon Sponge Cake filled with whipped cream and strawberries on a plate with the cake behind it
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Indulge in the taste of summer with this delightful Lemon Sponge Cake. The recipe creates an extra moist and tangy cake, perfect for being layered with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. It’s a light and refreshing dessert that’s sure to brighten your day.

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Devil’s Food Cupcakes with Dark Chocolate Frosting

Indulge yourself with this recipe for Devil's Food Cupcakes with Dark Chocolate Frosting. Perfect for Valentine's Day or any celebration.
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These cupcakes defy expectations! They boast a deep chocolate flavor, yet remain surprisingly light and airy. Topped with a decadent dark chocolate cream cheese frosting, they’re a true indulgence for chocolate lovers.

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Easy Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Cupcakes swirled with frosting and sprinkled with cake crumbs and more cupcakes in the background.
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Who says homemade desserts have to be complicated? This recipe makes red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting a breeze. Enjoy the taste of a classic dessert without the hassle, perfect for a sweet treat anytime.

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Caramel Banana Cake

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This isn’t your average banana cake! Inspired by the classic Banoffee Pie, it features layers of moist banana cake, a rich caramel filling, and a decadent whipped cream frosting. The finishing touches – a cookie crumb coating and a sprinkle of grated chocolate – take it over the top!

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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting

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These super moist cupcakes are bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, topped with a light and fluffy whipped cream frosting. They’re a taste of summer perfection in every bite.

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Red Velvet Bundt Cake

A slice of Red Velvet Bundt Cake being removed with a cake server.
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Craving a stunning cake that’s surprisingly simple? This recipe delivers a vibrant red velvet cake with a moist crumb, all crowned with a luscious cream cheese icing. Perfect for birthdays, dinner parties, or just a delightful weekend treat!

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Strawberry Shortcake Filled Bundt Cake

A bundt cake with a creamy filling and fresh strawberries inside, topped with whipped cream, sliced strawberries, and mint leaves. This stunning treat is a must-try for anyone who loves creative cake recipes. A large slice reveals the luscious interior filling.
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A deliciously unexpected twist on the classic Strawberry Shortcake! This bundt cake isn’t just a dessert—it’s a showstopper, hiding a delightful surprise inside that’s sure to wow your guests and steal the spotlight at any celebration.

Get The Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake Filled Bundt Cake

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