Mother's Day Cakes That Are Almost as Sweet as Mama

Recipe: Vanilla Layer Cake with Flower Cuff

No decorating skills are required to create this gorgeous cake that's sure to brighten Mama's day. 

Recipe: Strawberry-Lemonade Cake

The combination of two fresh flavors, lemonade and strawberry, make this pastel cake taste like spring.

Recipe: Chocolate Bundt Cake

Boxed cake mix and brownie mix are the secret to this beautiful cake.

Recipe: Chocolate Strawberry Cake

A chocolate-covered strawberry in cake form? Sign us up.

Recipe: Chocolate-Coconut Pavlova Cake

If Mama has an dietary restrictions, this showstopping cake is dairy-free, gluten-free, and flourless.

Recipe: German Chocolate Cake

Three chocolate cake layers and Coconut-Pecan Frosting come together to create one of the most classic and decadent Southern cakes. 

Recipe: Strawberry-Rosé Snack Cake

Light, fluffy, and pretty in pink, this rosé snack cake can be enjoyed all day long. 

Recipe: Hummingbird Cake

Moist layers packed with pineapple, pecans, cinnamon, and bananas make this our most popular cake of all time.

Recipe: Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake

A cross between a glazed donut and a Bundt, this wow-worthy cake will be the star of your Mother's Day brunch spread.

Recipe: Strawberries-and-Cream Sheet Cake

Sheet cakes are easy to bake, transport, and ice, yet still deliver plenty of flavor. 

Recipe: Mint Chocolate Chip Cake

If Mama likes mint chocolate chip ice cream, she'll love this pretty pastel cake that takes on the same flavor. 

Recipe: 1234 Cake with Chocolate Frosting

This layer cake comes together with pantry staples you probably already have on hand, so it's even easier to pull together than running to the store for a boxed mix. 

Recipe: White Chocolate Raspberry Loaf Cake

If you're looking for a brunch dessert that's not too sweet, this loaf is the perfect recipe for serving with post-meal coffee or tea.

Recipe: Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Mama will never guess that this decadent chocolate cake is really packed full of veggies.

Recipe: 7UP Bundt Cake

This Bundt cake is oh-so-easy and absolutely delicious. It's based on a classic recipe that uses lemon-lime soft drink.

Recipe: Pecan Pie Cake

We turned everyone's favorite pie recipe into a decadent layer cake that's sure to please Mama. 

Recipe: Lemon Loaf Cake

This easy loaf can be prepared in advance and shared with Mama on her special day. 

Recipe: Strawberry Vanilla Cake

If you can't decide between a vanilla and a strawberry cake, this recipe gives you the best flavors of both. 

Recipe: Coconut Cream Cake

Between our Fluffy Coconut Frosting and the mounds of toasted coconut, this cake is an absolute showstopper.

Recipe: Angel Food Cake

Angel food cake for the original angel in your life.

Recipe: Lemon Cheese Layer Cake

Think of this masterpiece as a combination of the flavors of a layer cake and a cheesecake in one. 

Recipe: Peach Shortcake Trifle

No icing skills are required to make this showstopping trifle. It can be assembled up to 24 hours before serving. 

Recipe: Chocolate Éclair Cake

We made a cake that's just as worthy of celebration as the eclair.

Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

If mom prefers cookies to cake, this is the perfect solution.

Recipe: Naked Lemon Cake with Flower Crown

This impressive cake is easier to create than you think.

Recipe: Classic Chocolate Pound Cake

This one's for all the chocolate-loving mamas out there.

Recipe: Strawberry Dream Cake

This cake is pretty on the outside but, just like Mom, what's on the inside is even more lovely.

Recipe: Key Lime Pound Cake

Bring a taste of the tropics to your Mother's Day celebration.

Recipe: Mini Confetti Cakes

You'll be surprised how few ingredients you need for these mini cakes.

Recipe: Mary's Mango Cake

The cake is made with fresh oranges, limes, and mangos.

Recipe: Wacky Cake

If you want to make a delectable baked good but you're short on time, this Wacky Cake is the perfect, extra-fudgy solution.

Recipe: The Lane Cake

If you're really looking to impress, the Lane Cake is a timeless classic.

Recipe: Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

This cake is three layers of pure, chocolatey goodness. The secret ingredient? Mayonnaise.

Recipe: Dreamy Lemon Cheesecake

The secret to a crack-free cheesecake is cooking it gently in a water bath.

Recipe: Sweet Tea-and-Lemonade Cake

Top each piece of this cake with a thin lemon slice.

Recipe: Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Place cut strawberries in the center of this pound cake for a sweet surprise.

Recipe: Luscious Lemon Cake

Frosting just the top and between the layers saves you time and is perfect for a casual occasion.

Recipe: Mama's Rum Cake

We took a page out of Mama's book with this classic Rum Cake.

Recipe: Heavenly Angel Food Cake

For the sweetest Mama, nothing but this Heavenly Angel Food Cake will do.

Recipe: Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Cream cheese ensures that this pound cake stays fluffy and moist the whole way through.

Recipe: Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake with Caramel Buttercream

Mama is worth the extra effort required to make this decadent cake.

Recipe: Marbled Pecan Pound Cake

This Bundt may appear unassuming, but once you cut into it and see those glorious chocolate swirls, everyone will be sold.

Recipe: Coconut Pound Cake

This tropical cake is the perfect way to celebrate spring—and, of course, to honor Mama!

Recipe: Best Carrot Cake Ever

Celebrities and home bakers alike have sung the praises of our classic Carrot Cake—if it can impress Chrissy Teigen, it can certainly impress Mama.

Recipe: Sea Salt-Caramel Cake

This layer cake masterfully balances salty and sweet. Mama will be coming back for a second slice.

Recipe: Caramel Apple Coffee Cake

Upgrade your breakfast in bed spread with a cake well-suited for morning or night.

Recipe: Lemon-Orange Chiffon Cake

Edible flowers take this cake to the next level—Mom is going to love them.

Recipe: Blueberry Cornmeal Cake

This unique cake makes the most of fresh berries, resulting in a sweet treat that can be enjoyed at any time of day.

Recipe: Lemon Sherbet Cupcakes

Achieve the look by frosting with a large, round pastry bag tip.

Recipe: Pink Lemonade Cake

This cake sure is pretty in pink. It comes together on a sheet pan, so it couldn't be easier to make.

Recipe: Cinnamon Coffee Cake

A special day to celebrate Mama? That warrants cake for breakfast.

Recipe: Pineapple-Coconut Cake

This cake, bursting with the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut, will be a new warm-weather staple.

Recipe: Coconut-and-Pecan Strawberry Shortcakes

These not-too-sweet shortcakes are the perfect finish for your Mother's Day brunch.

Recipe: Lemon-Orange Pound Cake

Two contrasting icings instantly upgrade this classic pound cake.