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Cakes recipes
This collection of cakes recipes brings together cherished bakes from family kitchens across generations, perfect for celebrations, afternoon tea or simply treating loved ones. Whether you're after a show-stopping layer cake with cream cheese frosting, an elegant glazed loaf studded with pistachios and lemon, or a simple traybake like chocolate date bars, these tried-and-tested recipes cover every occasion. You'll find classic sponges filled with raspberry and cream, zesty citrus creations, indulgent cheesecake bars and even flourless options that have been lovingly preserved by home cooks who know that a homemade cake brings people together like nothing else.
81 recipes preserved by Recipe Filer cooks. Free to read, free to share.
American Apple Cinnamon Snack Cake
by RecipeFiler
55 min • Serves 8
Canadian Maple Pecan Snacking Cake
by RecipeFiler
50 min • Serves 8
Kaubojus — Lithuanian Poppy Seed Cake
by RecipeFiler
65 min • Serves 8
Cakes recipe questions
How do I keep cakes moist after baking?
Allow cakes to cool completely before wrapping tightly in cling film or storing in an airtight container. Keep unfrosted cakes at room temperature for 2-3 days, or refrigerate cream-topped cakes. Brush sponges with simple syrup before frosting to lock in moisture and enhance flavour.
Can I substitute ingredients in cake recipes?
Many substitutions work well: swap white sugar for caster sugar, use Greek yoghurt for some fat, or replace nuts with seeds. For flourless cakes, ground almonds and pistachios aren't interchangeable due to different oils and textures. Small changes work; major alterations may affect structure and taste.
Why did my sponge cake turn out dense?
Overmixing deflates air bubbles essential for light texture. Fold ingredients gently and don't overbeat once flour is added. Using cold eggs or insufficient creaming of butter and sugar also reduces volume. Ensure your raising agents are fresh and oven temperature is accurate for proper rise.
