If I could only bake one cake forever, it would be Dorie Greenspan's French Yogurt Cake. It's been my go-to for over 10 years because it's reliably good, endlessly adaptable, and always within reach.

Filling the house with the smell of fresh vanilla and warm sugar is a simple joy that makes any afternoon feel special. These easy recipes take the hard work out of baking, proving you don’t need a ...

Alexandra is an associate editor on CNET's Performance Optimization team. She graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in New York City, and interned with CNET's Tech and News teams while in school.

From simple loaves to pretty bundts, it's hard to deny the universal appeal of a buttery, fine-crumbed, not-too-sweet pound cake. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than ...

Moist carrot cake layered with thick swaths of cream cheese frosting is irresistible. The flavors of that cake—warm baking spices, carrots, raisins, and sometimes pineapple and nuts—often make their ...

These easy homemade cake recipes are perfect for birthdays, holidays and anytime you want a special treat. Whether you make a beautiful layered cake with decorations or just an easy sheet cake we have ...

Our really easy chocolate cake recipe is perfect for birthdays. It’s so moist, dark and decadent and will keep well for 4–5 days. For buttercream quantities, instead of ganache, use our cake ...

Nigella Lawson swears one Irish stout turns simple chocolate cake magnificently dark, moist and crowd‑pleasing; see how it ...