1Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE The recipe starts with our classic cheesecake, but gives it a fresh, fruity spin. To dial this classic combo way up, we fold fresh blueberries into the cheesecake and also make a blueberry topping to spoon over the dessert. While it may seem a bit extra, the topping concentrates the blueberry flavor and only takes a few minutes. The lemony zing to balance out our blueberries comes from a combo of lemon zest and lemon juice in the batter, plus some pretty lemon slices on top to complete our presentation.
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2Carrot Cake
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 3Bunny Cake
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE AND MARY RUPP Want to take your Easter dessert table to the next level? This impressive bunny cake looks like it came from a bakery, but is actually so straightforward to make. It starts with a super-moist carrot cake (what else?), creatively cut, frosted, and decorated with Easter candy to look like an adorable bunny.
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7Sponge Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE Having this cake in your recipe arsenal will have you ready for anything Easter throws at you: You can cube it a trifle, crumble it over ice cream, or—our favorite—stack it with whipped cream and berries. The best part? You can have this entire cake ready in just about an hour.
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8White Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE If you’re a vanilla cake fan and have never tried a white cake, you’re in for a treat. This white cake is tender, light, fluffy, and moist and layered with satiny-smooth vanilla frosting. With three layers of cake and swoops and swirls of frosting, this dessert makes a statement, making it perfect for birthdays, weddings, and other gatherings like Easter.
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9Millionaire's Cheesecake
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER Also known as a caramel slice or caramel shortbread, millionaire's shortbread consists of three layers: buttery shortbread, rich and chewy caramel, and a thick coating of chocolate. To make an even more luxurious and indulgent dessert fit for a millionaire, we added a fourth layer in the form of cheesecake, a rich dessert all on its own. It may seem like a daunting recipe to tackle, but don’t fret! There’s a lot of hands-off time, and by making some components ahead of time, it'll make it easier to prepare.
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10Robin's Egg No-Bake Cheesecake
Ethan Calabrese 11Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER 12Pineapple Coconut Cake
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13Espresso Martini Cheesecake
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE Espresso martini connoisseurs, this cheesecake is for you. The cheesecake filling is spiked with coffee liqueur and espresso to make it super-rich and creamy, and the top gets the iconic dusting of cocoa powder over an espresso-infused whipped cream. he cheesecake is no fussier than a classic cheesecake and makes such a fun addition to a holiday spread.
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14Rhubarb Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE Rhubarb is strikingly beautiful, and this cake shows it off well. The stalks bake right into the cake, becoming soft and jammy, and are surrounded by a crunchy sugary crust. It’s quick and simple–more like a snacking cake–meaning you can eat it with your hands (while the kids Easter egg hunt, perhaps?).
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15Bananas Foster Cheesecake
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE Bananas Foster is a classic dessert that should never go out of style, and now we’re bringing it back in with this bananas Foster cheesecake. Boozy caramelized bananas are piled over a fluffy banana cheesecake for a classy, showstopping dessert that’s sure to be the belle of any ball you bring her to.
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16Orange Cake
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE Want a burst of sunshine to brighten any day? Make orange cake. Packed with zesty citrus and crowned with orange-flecked icing, this simple snackable loaf cake will bring brightness into any gloomy day—and a matching boost of vitamin C.
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17Sour Cream Coffee Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM Coffee cake is so simple to make, and that's just one of the reasons it's so beloved and perfect for serving to guests. Sour cream and buttermilk make this one moist and tender (and it will stay that way for days, so you can make it ahead).
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18Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake
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19Copycat Olive Garden Lemon Cream Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 20Raspberry Almond Pound Cake
ANDREW BUI We love a classic pound cake, but it never hurts to fancy things up a bit. This one uses both almond flour and extract to give it extra almond-y flavor, then gets topped with even more almonds after being drizzled with a beautiful glaze. Fresh raspberries add an delightful pop of tartness to each bite.
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