What defines a celebration? In our opinion, it can be anything from a birthday to a wedding to the season finale of The Bachelor—as long as it involves some cake. Here, ten unconventional cake recipes that will make any night special.
10 Unconventional Cakes to Make for Any Occasion
Published Feb 16, 2017
Chocolate Bread Pudding Cake
The classic dessert gets a pretty—and tasty—makeover.
Pumpkin Spice Icebox Cake
Why bother turning on the oven?
Chocolate Skillet Cake
Crispy on the edges. Gooey and rich on the inside.
Gluten-free, Vegan Lemon Cake
Featuring a very unexpected secret ingredient: cauliflower.
Raspberry Crepe Cake
Ooh la la, très chic.
PHOTO: LIZ ANDREW/STYLING: ERIN MCDOWELL
Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
No baking required here. All you have to do is assemble this frozen masterpiece.
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PHOTO: LIZ ANDREW/STYLING: ERIN MCDOWELL
Cinnamon-roll Cake
Dessert for breakfast? Don't mind if we do.
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Brownie Layer Cake
As if a single sheet of brownies weren't decadent enough...
Mini Carrot Cakes
Think of this as your daily serving of vegetables.
Lemon-blueberry Poke Cake
Take advantage of peak citrus season.
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