Cake

How To : Make a May Day centerpiece cake with Sandra Lee

In this tutorial, Sandra Lee shows us how to make a centerpiece cake. First, place lemon frosting onto a vanilla round cake and then place another place vanilla cake on top of it. Now, grab your vanilla frosting and pour it on top of the cake, smoothing on the top. Now, grab a ...more

How To : Make a simple no-bake banana brickle bombe cake

Making cakes usually scares the hell out of us. It doesn't matter what kind of cake it is; if it requires us shoving it in the oven, it'll come out sad looking and usually burnt. Which is why we're digging this no-bake cake. Check out the video to learn how to make this banan ...more

How To : Make a fall cupcake kids will love

Surprise your kids or grandkids with a delectable and unique cupcake cake for the fall! Cupcake cake, you ask? A cupcake cake is made up of a number of cupcakes grouped together and then iced and decorated as if it were a single cake, creating a wonderful pull apart style dess ...more

How To : Bake a spicy cinnamon cake with Paula Deen

Even the most finicky of breakfast eaters will enjoy Paula Deen's recipe. Follow along with this cooking how-to video to learn how to bake a spicy cinnamon cake. Serve the cinnamon cake for breakfast with a cup of coffee, or after dinner with a cup of tea. Let Paula Deen show ...more

How To : Make a robot birthday cake

In order to make a Robot Cake, you will need the following: a 13 x 9” cake. Remove the top layer of the cake, by cutting it off evenly. Next cut off a 3” strip from the top and the bottom of the cake. Cut away 1/3 of one of the strips. Place your cakes on your serving pla ...more

How To : Make a parchment cone for cake decorating

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make a parchment cone for cake decorating. A parchment cone is basically the same as a pastry bag. Begin by cutting out a piece of parchment paper. It doesn't matter the size of the parchment but it needs to be flat. Using a ruler a ...more

How To : Make homemade carnival style funnel cakes

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make funnel cakes. Users will need some cream puff dough. Place the dough into a disposable plastic bag and snip off one of the corners of the bag. This will allow the user to squeeze the dough out. Then heat some oil at medium heat ...more

How To : Decorate corn on the cob shaped cupcakes

Have you always wanted to bake awe-inspiring cakes and desserts, but have two left hands when it comes to doing anything with the oven? We feel you, and luckily this tutorial is perfect for you. You'll learn how to decorate corn on the cob shaped cupcakes using a few jelly be ...more

How To : Decorate cupcakes using different techniques

Pastry Chef Anne Heap demonstrates how to use a pastry bag, as well as techniques for decorating cupcakes. Frosting a cake or cupcakes with a pastry bag is much easier than using a knife. The bags come with many different styles of tips. Just choose the tip you want to use, fi ...more

How To : Make chocolate buttermilk fudge cake

Chef Jim Dodge demonstrates how to make chocolate buttermilk fudge cake; A deliciously moist chocolate cake, topped with a smooth, rich frosting. Make chocolate buttermilk fudge cake. Click through to watch this video on pbs.org

How To : Properly frost a beautiful cake with expert tips

In this clip, learn how to avoid a messy, crumby, goopy cake by following a few tips. Frosting a beautifully smooth cake is easy as long as you know what you are doing. You don't need to hire a professional to ice that little birthday cake, just use this helpful tips and your ...more

How To : Bake and decorate mini red velvet cupcakes

Red velvet cupcakes are indulgent treats in and of themselves, but make them miniature and they'll become instant hits at your next party. Check out this video to learn how to bake and decorate mini red velvet cupcakes. Learn how to make delicious mini versions of the classic ...more

News : Wedding Cake Toppers on Etsy

Over the weekend I was informed by my newly engaged girlfriend that it's impossible to find unique wedding cake toppers... that don't suck. Lo and behold, "Blue Butterfly Design" on Etsy, specializing in custom made, super cool wedding cake toppers!

How To : Make sponge cake with phyllo dough

In these dessert pastry baking videos, learn how to make a sweet nut sponge cake recipe with filo dough. Our expert will walk you through this unique cake, with tips for rolling and folding the dough, mixing egg whites, making a frosting, and adding layers to the cake. Part 1 ...more

How To : Make the Italian Wedding cake martini

To make the Italian wedding cake martini, use vanilla vodka, white cream de cocoa, amaretto, a little bit of cranberry juice and a little bit of pineapple juice. First, fill a shaker with ice. Then, add 2 ounces of vanilla vodka, 1/2 of an ounce of amaretto, 1/2 of an ounce of ...more

How To : Make Indian crab cakes

Crab cakes are a wonderful food often only made for special occasions or available seasonally - but it doesn't have to be! See how to make Alaskan crab make into cutlets indian style with Indian flavors.

How To : Make a delicious Death by Chocolate cake

Learn how to make this easy, delicious death by chocolate cake. Flour mix -2 cups flour -2 cups sugar -1/4 teaspoon salt Chocolate mix -2 sticks butter -4 heaping tablespoons cocoa.. -1 cup boiling water Egg mix: -1/2 cup buttermilk. -2 beaten eggs -1 teaspoon baking soda -1 ...more

How To : Make light chocolate red velvet cupcakes

In this clip, learn how to make simple and perfect red velvet cupcakes. Red velvet is really a white cake with a bit of chocolate flavor that is dyed red. This cake is a Southern specialty and topped with cream cheese icing. Enjoy these cupcakes for any occasion - they look gr ...more

How To : Bake a coconut fruit cake

Make a delicious light fruit cake with cook Sophie Grigson. You will need desiccated coconut, candied mixed peel, lemon zest, orange rind, milk, sweet sherry, butter, caster sugar, eggs, self-raising flour, cherries, and sultanas. Watch this video baking tutorial and learn how ...more

How To : Make pineapple upside down cake

Make pineapple upside down cake with tips from this how-to video on wonderhowto.com. If you want to make it like my mom--I actually don't remember how she makes it--but here's a pineapple upside down cake recipe that might be good.

How To : Create a Valentine's Day clay heart-shaped cake

Give her a Valentine's Day gift that will last forever by making this romantic red, pink, and white polymer clay Valentine's Day heart shaped cake. While making this cake by no means lets you off the hook for getting your gal a present, it's a special token of your love that ...more

How To : Make Thai-style crab cakes with Mark Bittman

Telling others that you have crabs isn't always a bad thing. Especially if those crabs of yours are baked into crab cakes! A delicious staple on the east coast, and a favorite in the Hamptons, crab cakes are the ultimate summer dish. But, seeing as how we're already in the mi ...more

How To : Make coconut cupcakes with cream cheese frosting

Pat and Gina Neely show us how to make delicious coconut cupcakes with cream cheese coconut frosting. Start by mixing the butter and sugar together well. Then add the eggs, vanilla, coconut extract and buttermilk. In a separate bowl mix the cake flour, baking powder, baking so ...more

How To : Make Coffee Cake with Chef Hubert Keller

Watch Chef Hubert Keller whip up a coffee cake that will fill your house and taste buds with the comforting aromas and flavors of cinnamon and sugar. Ingredients 1 package dry yeast 3 tablespoons sugar 1/3 cup warm water 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup cold milk 1 large egg 1-1/2 ...more

How To : Make powdered sugar cake frosting from scratch

Powdered sugar frosting is a delicious way to top any cake or pastry. In this tutorial, learn how to make very quick frosting from sugar and have it taste just like delicious buttercream. Step 1: Add two and a half cups of powdered sugar, two tbsp of water, one tbsp of butter ...more

How To : Make a German chocolate cake martini

To make this special cocktail, you will need three essential ingredients: Cherry Vodka, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur. First, put three scoops of ice in a cocktail shaker, so that it is over half full. Add one to one and one-half ounces each of the Parro ...more

How To : Bake a perfectly moist cake every time

Does your cake always turn out dry as dust? You can change your ways, with the method shown in this tutorial. Take the advice from Cherie, and learn how you can improve your cake-baking techniques, and come out with a perfectly moist cake, every single time!

How To : Make & decorate margarita cupcakes

Cinco de mayo is just around the corner so for your fiesta try out these margarita cupcakes. These are perfect for kids and adults alike because there is no alcohol in them but they have all the color and fun that you expect from a Mexican party. Baking liners or silicone * 1 ...more

How To : Bake a French crepe cake with chocolate filling

Crepes, like guys who go jogging without their shirts on, only exist to make us happy. They're there for us when our sweet tooth urges overpower our diet and when our PMS cravings send us autopiloting toward the nearest bakery and patisserie. And we never thought that crepes, ...more

How To : Make marble cake

Watch this video to learn how to make marble cake. Stir margarine and sugar light and porous. Add the eggs, one at the time. Stir well between every egg. Mix in wheat flour with baking soda and skinned milk. The pastry should be well blended. Take one third of the pastry and m ...more

How Cakes Work : Science!

You may follow a recipe for cake, but not really know why beating an egg turns it fluffy, or how to get the right amount of moisture for your cake. This article gives you a better understanding of cake and what makes a cake work. Maybe it'll help you out in your next recipe!

How To : Decorate a creepy mummy cake with icing for Halloween

During Halloween, spookiness, ickiness, and delicious good fun combine to form one scary good time. And what better way to offer party guests a trick AND a treat than by baking and decorating this creepy mummy cake? Watch the construction of this cake from beginning to end.

How To : Make a banana cake with gooey caramel icing

Bananas + cake and whipped topping = Foodie heaven. We don't know why we've always loved the combination of bananas and cake/ice cream/whipped anything (maybe it stems from having thousands of banana splits as a kid?), but we do know it's delicious! So put down that used and ...more

How To : Make whipped cream for hot chocolate and cake

This video will show you the easy steps on how to make homemade whipped cream. First you look for a medium-sized clean jar with a lid. Pour about a cup of heavy whipping cream in the jar. Add some sugar and a drop of vanilla extract for flavor. Cover the jar and shake it for a ...more

How To : Make a Mother's Day hat cake

You have your gift and a card and now all you need that special cake for mom on Mother’s Day. You’ve tried other cakes now try a hat cake. This festive and spring inspired hat cake is sure to make this year’s Mother’s Day a memorable one. Show your mom how much you appreciate ...more

How To : Mix a chocolate cake cocktail

This chocolate cake doesn't need to be baked - just pour and drink! Learn to make a chocolate cake with vodka and Frangelico and the experts at American Bartenders School.

How To : Bake a boiled chocolate cake like mom use to make

Ever crave desserts the way your mom use to make them? Well this cooking how-to video shows you how to bake a chocolate cake the way mum or mom use to make. Follow along as Waz masters a family favourite recipe handed down from his nana for "boiled" chocolate cake. Chocolate c ...more

How To : Bake and decorate glazed caramel cupcakes

Like ice cream and whipped cream, caramel is a filling and topping that tastes good in or on any dessert or drink. From caramel macchiatos to caramel drizzled on top of cookies'n'cream ice cream, this dulcet sauce is a crowd pleaser. Check out this cake video to learn how to ...more

News : Android Wedding Cake

How devoted are you to your gadgets? This couple love their Androids so much they had a cake designed in the shape of the Android mascots. Too cute!

How To : Decorate a cake

In this series of video clips, you’ll learn cake decorating ideas and techniques from a professional. Part 1 of 6 - How to Decorate a cake. Decorate a cake - Part 2 of 6. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Decorate a cake - Part 3 of 6. Click through to wat ...more

How To : Make a Troika chocolate bar cake

Have you ever heard of a Norwegian chocolate-bar called Troika? Well these girls have and they are about to show you how to make dessert with it. The Troika chocolate bar has a jelly top, chocolate middle and a marzipan bottom. Watch this how to video as they show you how to m ...more

How To : Make a vegan chocolate zucchini bundt cake

In order to prepare Vegan Zucchini Cake, you will need the following: non-stick cooking spray, 4 cups of grated zucchini, 2/3 cup of canola oil, 1 mashed banana, 1 1/2 cup unbleached flour, 1 cup of sugar, 3/4 cup of cocoa, 1 cup chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoo ...more

How To : Make a light and moist lemon pound cake

Start with a basic pound cake recipe, and then add some delicious lemon flavor on top. For this recipe, you will need: zest of 2 lemons, 1 cup cake flour, 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon iodized salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 1/2 sticks sa ...more

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