No one will ever guess these desserts aren’t completely from scratch.
These dreamy cakes are anything but basic, except the prep is just that.
So go ahead and hit the baking aislewe promise it’ll be worth it.
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And no food coloring needed, freeze-dried strawberries give the icing a pretty pink hue.
Dust with more of the dried fruit to garnish.
Add assorted sprinkles to make this jar cake adorably festive.
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Chocolate Bundt Cake
The key to this super simple, super delicious chocolate Bundt cake?
Boxed cake mix and boxed brownie mix.
We love the contrast of the colorful flowers against the dark cake.
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Lemon-Lime Poke Cake
Wow everyone at your next summer potluck with this easy-as-can-be zesty treat.
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Want the chewiest cookies?
Plus, the higher oil content helps them keep better than regular cookies.
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Strawberry-Lemonade Cupcakes
Perk up any dreary day with these cheerful cupcakes!
Sprinkle candied pecans atop the homemade cream cheese icing for a little crunch.
No one in the South will be able to turn down a slice of this special confection.
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Here, we added coconut flakes and pecans.
Peach cobbler might taste even better when made this easily.
Don’t forget the requisite scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Devil’s food cake mix and Cool Whip are true unsung heroes.
The colorful display doesn’t stop on the insidehomemade frosting is layered with a rainbow of sprinkles.
This easy dump cake has the same flavor you love, and every guest will get a slice.
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Homemade whipped cream and freshly grated nutmeg are a delicious seasonal topping to make it feel holiday-worthy.
A simple white cake is decorated with vibrant frosting made with freeze-dried raspberries and piped to resemble a rose.
Another pantry aisle favorite, marshmallow fluff, gives the whipped topping an irresistible texture.
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Two-Ingredient Pineapple Angel Food Cake
Have dessert ready in a flash thanks to this easy two-ingredient recipe.
Homemade cream cheese frosting binds it all together.
Just a small amount in the batter will make your cupcakes taste exquisitely pink.
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The approach to success here is an easy five-ingredient formula that will satisfy.
This version is best when finished off with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Another dessert that is decadent enough for any occasion.
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Smack in between a buttery cake and delightful cobbler, you will tempted to make this over and over.
Plus, coconut chips and toasted pecans to garnish.
This creates a spiced ribbon that runs through each slice.
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Cherry Dump Cake
Your family won’t believe this treat came together with just four ingredients.
The dark cherries give the cake a deep color, making it look like a berry cobbler.
But the flavor is unmistakablenostalgic yellow cake and dark cherries with the subtle complement of almond.
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And the candy isn’t just for a topping.
Finely chop a few bars to fold into the cream cheese icing.
The savings in your budget is just a special bonus.
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or substituting cream cheese for butter.
We considerlayer cake a Southern party essential, so this hack goes a long way.
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