Every birthday deserves a special cake. I’ve collected 15 of my Best Birthday Cake Recipes so you can celebrate with someone special by creating their favorite dessert.
Aimee’s Recipe Notes
Everyone should have the dessert they love for birthdays. I know I have a favorite (have you tried my watergate cake?), as does my husband (hello strawberry cake recipe).
Of course a side of vanilla ice cream, or a classic cheesecake could make a great dessert too. But, if you’re looking to impress family and friends, start with one of my cakes from scratch.
For best results, use my tips on how to freeze cake to properly store leftovers.
And don’t forget to try my showstopping cheesecake cakes too.
Happy Birthday!
15 Best Birthday Cake Recipes
The Best Chocolate Cake Recipe
If you’re looking for the most amazing Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting, look no further. This from scratch recipe is perfect. Rich and fudgy and easy to make!
Yellow Cake Recipe
Skip the cake mix. Make a perfect Yellow Cake with Double Fudge Frosting from scratch instead! This version of the birthday cake favorite is 100% homemade. Tender, moist crumb with loads of fudgy frosting.
Red Velvet Cake
Red Velvet Cake is a beautiful two-layer cake that’s soft and moist and topped with a delectable, rich cream cheese frosting. It makes for a stunning and delicious birthday cake dessert!
The Best Coconut Cake Recipe
I’ve bought too many frozen coconut cakes in my life that I knew I had to create a homemade version. This cake is moist and delicious and I know you’ll love the texture too.
The Best Carrot Cake Recipe
Carrot cake is hands down my favorite cake. I’ve created the ultimate, moist cake for you to enjoy, just how I like it. Packed with carrots and nuts, and covered in cream cheese frosting!
Vanilla Cake Recipe
Looking for the BEST Vanilla Cake recipe? This vanilla layer cake is moist with a tender crumb and lots of vanilla flavor. Just add your favorite frosting and serve!
Strawberry Layer Cake Recipe
This moist cake is bursting with natural strawberry flavor! Beautiful Strawberry Cake layers are covered in an irresistible buttercream frosting. No food coloring or artificial flavors. Just a picture perfect summery dessert!
Dark Chocolate Cake Recipe
Looking for an intense chocolate cake recipe? This tried and true Dark Chocolate Cake is full of rich cocoa flavor. Topped with smooth vanilla frosting, the moist and sweet cake is perfect for any occasion!
The Best White Cake Recipe
The search is over for the perfect classic cake recipe to add to your repertoire. This White Cake is impossible to beat since it’s simple, versatile, and oh-so-delectable.
The Best German Chocolate Cake
The best homemade German Chocolate Cake recipe from scratch! It’s decadent and sweet, with rich chocolate cake layers topped with sticky coconut pecan frosting. Add some chocolate buttercream frosting to put this cake recipe over the top!
Watergate Cake
Watergate Cake brings together pistachio, coconut, and pudding in a delicious layer cake! A light whipped frosting and pecans on top make it hard to stop at just one slice.
Funfetti Cake
A beautiful, two layer, from scratch vanilla Funfetti Cake! Topped with my homemade vanilla frosting recipe, this is a fun and festive treat.
Raspberry Lemon Cake
If you need a break from regular chocolate or vanilla cake, this Raspberry Lemon Cake has a fresh and fruity flavor is just what you need. It’s easy to make and quick to assemble. And, if you’re anything like me, this refreshing flavor combination marks the coming of summer.
Lemon Coconut Cake
My Lemon Coconut Cake recipe is light, fluffy and the perfect treat. You’ll love the homemade lemon curd, rich cream cheese frosting, and white cake made from scratch.
Brownie Ice Cream Cake
Brownie Ice Cream Cake has layers of fudgy brownie, cookies and cream ice cream, and hot fudge sauce. Make this decadent frozen dessert ahead of time and stash it in the freezer for your next special occasion!
