And even the frosting has apple flavor thanks to the reduced apple juice folded in.
Butternut Squash Cake
“Omg this cake was so divine!
Super moist and perfectly sweet.

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I made it with butternut squash from my garden.
Definitely will make this cake again,” says oneSouthern Livingreader of this recipe.
It creates a beautiful, golden brown crust and perfectly tender interior.

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Give it a dusting of powdered sugar to make it even more delightful.
You’ll be sneaking a slice of this rich concoction with your morning coffee.
Pecan Pie Cake with Browned Butter Frosting
This one is for the pecan pie lovers out there.

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The creamy browned butter frosting is truly the icing on the cake.
Apple Pie Cake
Enjoy the flavors of apple pie without the fuss of a crust.
Using a white cake mix, this confection comes together with just 15 minutes of hands-on time.

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Serve with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream.
The caramel is swirled into the frosting and loosely swooped on with a spatula for rich color and texture.
Butter Toffee-Pecan Layer Cake
Browning butter and toasting pecans adds warm flavors to this vanilla cake.

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Bourbon, rum, or cognac can be added to the frosting for even more depth.
And every bite is full of delectable toffee bitswho can resist a slice of that?
Throw in a few toasted pecans for extra crunch and flavor.

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The flavor is similar to carrot cake, but much more extravagant.
Streusel is layered throughout for cinnamon-y crunch.
Keep this cake around for guests or for accompanying a very satisfying, solo cup of coffee.

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Spread it on this simple layer cake and raise it from delicious to devourable.
To top it off, slather withcream cheese frostingand sprinkle with pecans.
The cake is quick to whip up and requires no icing or adornment.

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How you arrange those apples is up to you, but the caramel sauce is obligatory.
ensure to spoon the icing over the cake while it’s still warm for the best results.
Top with homemade candied pecans for a Bundt cake that’s sure to impress your guests.

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The Ultimate Carrot Cake
What makes this the ultimate cake?
The moist and tender carrot cake is also stacked three layers high and frosted withBrown-Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting.
Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cake
This cake means business.

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A duo of glazesone creamy chocolate, the other subtle buttermilkcomes together atop this dreamy confection.
And the recipe includes a touch of espresso to complement the chocolatey batter.
Use a spoon to drizzle any excess syrup over the slices when you serve.

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The staple ingredient yields an ultra-moist crumb and keeps the sugar from taking over your taste buds.
Top with a light and creamyChocolate-Cream Cheese Frosting.
Or, if you prefer, substitute mashed sweet potatoes for the pumpkin.

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Cheesecake can be baked and refrigerated for up to two days before serving.
The moist batter includes blackberry jam, warm baking spices, raisins, and toasted pecans.
The caramel flavor in the cream cheese frosting is provided by store-bought sauce.

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Serve it warm with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream for the best finish to any meal.
The cake batter also incorporates warm spices and savory walnuts.
The pleasant tang of a simple buttermilk glaze is the perfect finishing touch for this fig jam confection.

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Top a decadent crown ofMascarpone Frostingwith swirls ofApple Cider Caramel Sauceand a scattering of pecans.
Serve immediately for some satisfied lip smacking.

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