Here are the 20 most popular cake recipes, according to you, our readers.
This classic, which you make all year long, was definitely the top rated recipe on the list.
“A family favorite,” says reader Kay Gabriele.

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This cake features another tasty combination that brings together sweet pineapple, cream cheese, and toasted coconut.
Benefits went to the youth group for a mission trip… made my heart jump for joy!"
It’s a great recipe for potlucks, picnics, or birthday parties.

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One reader shared: “Super moist and decadent dessert.
Paired well with vanilla ice cream.
Reader Sue Waters commented: “Your carrot cake from the 70s remains my all time favorite!”

The two layers of moist, flavorful cake pair perfectly with creamy cream cheese frosting.
It does not get any easier than this cake, which comes together in one bowl.
Mahogany cake is known for its reddish-brown mahogany color, which pre-dates red-velvet, which we know y’all love.

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The texture is beyond words.
This Texas family now has two favorite cakes for our holiday celebrations.”
This recipe is proof that mayo makes the perfect partner to chocolate for a to-die-for dessert.

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This cake is rich, buttery, and pretty easy to make.
We couldn’t agree more.
Marshmallows and pecans are the secret ingredients to this recipe, which is finished with a rich chocolate frosting.

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This recipe gives a tropical punch to the buttery classic.
Classic Coconut Cake
Coconut lovers, prepare to drool.
Coca-Cola Cake
When we like something, we stick with it time and time again.

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This recipe turned Southern cola into a rich and moist chocolate cake.
This retro cake will bring back fond memories of our parents and grandparents.
Not only is this crowdpleaser delicious, but it also comes together in just 15 minutes.

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