Making cakes from scratch isn't for everybody. The process involves many variables that can affect the final result. From measuring ingredients and using the right mixing techniques to ensuring the ...

Cake recipes feature all kinds of mix-ins and extracts, but all start with a base of flour, sugar, butter, and eggs. Follow ...

A tender, rich chocolate snacking cake is topped with an elegant pistachio frosting. Serve for dessert, afternoon tea, or as a sweet brunch treat.

Forgotten ingredients or hurried preparations can turn a spongy slice of sweetness into a less-than-desirable mound of dense, too-chewy dessert. As you set out to make a delicately decadent chocolate ...