13 Irresistible Cake Recipes to Try

If you love cakes that are irresistibly moist, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and full of rich, nostalgic flavor, this roundup is your new dessert paradise. These butter- and buttermilk-packed treats range from classic family favorites to creative twists like candied bacon cornbread cake, peanut butter–stuffed delights, and gorgeous fruit-forward bakes. Whether you’re baking for brunch, a celebration, or a simple sweet craving, each of these recipes brings that unmistakable buttery goodness straight to your kitchen.

Air Fryer Cornbread Cake with Candied Bacon and Honey Buttercream

A slice of cake with white frosting and bacon bits is being lifted from a whole cake on a black plate. — Air Fryer Cornbread Cake with Candied Bacon and Honey Buttercream. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

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Sweet cornbread is enhanced with crispy candied bacon. Crumb is tender and moist. Honey buttercream adds creamy sweetness. Each slice combines savory, sweet, and rich textures.
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Brownie Peanut Butter Mousse Cakes

A layered chocolate and cream dessert topped with chocolate and nuts sits on a white plate; a bowl with yellow filling is in the background. — Brownie Peanut Butter Mousse Cakes. Photo credit: Downsizing Dinner.

Mini cakes layer fudgy brownie and peanut butter mousse. Crumb is dense and moist. Mousse adds creamy texture and nutty flavor. Each slice combines chocolate richness with peanut butter creaminess.
Get the Recipe: Brownie Peanut Butter Mousse Cakes

Butter Pecan Poke Cake

Poke cake is layered with buttery filling and pecans. Crumb stays soft and tender. Frosting smooths the top. Each slice delivers buttery richness with nutty texture.
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Butter Pecan Pound Cake

A loaf of pecan bread with one slice cut rests on a cooling rack. Several pecans are visible on and inside the bread. — Butter Pecan Pound Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s On A Budget.

Pound cake has dense, tender crumb. Pecans add crunch and flavor. Buttery richness is balanced with slightly sweet batter. Each slice is moist and flavorful.
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Buttermilk Banana Cake

Banana-Buttermilk Cake on a platter. — Buttermilk Banana Cake. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Banana adds natural sweetness and moisture. Buttermilk keeps crumb soft and tender. Each slice has balanced flavor and tender texture. Optional frosting or glaze adds sweetness.
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Butternut Squash Cake Recipe with Buttermilk Glaze

A slice of fruit cake on a white plate, showing a golden crust with visible fruit pieces and a glossy glaze on top. A fork is placed in front of the cake. — Butternut Squash Cake Recipe with Buttermilk Glaze. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Cake uses butternut squash for moisture and mild sweetness. Crumb is tender and soft. Buttermilk glaze adds light sweetness and shine. Each slice is flavorful and visually appealing.
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Butterscotch Bundt Cake

A slice of bundt cake on a plate with caramel chips, with the whole cake in the background on a cooling rack. — Butterscotch Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Bundt cake has rich, tender crumb with butterscotch flavor. Topping or glaze enhances sweetness. Cake remains soft and slightly dense. Each slice is indulgent and buttery.
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Grandma’s Buttermilk Cake

Two small glazed bundt cakes on a white rectangular plate, with a floral cloth in the background. — Grandma’s Buttermilk Cake. Photo credit: Retro Recipe Book.

Classic cake with soft, tender crumb. Buttermilk keeps texture moist. Sweetness is balanced and simple. Each slice is flavorful and nostalgic.
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Mini Butter Cakes

Four small bundt cakes dusted with powdered sugar are arranged on a black tray, with a colorful floral napkin in the background. — Mini Butter Cakes. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Small cakes have tender, buttery crumb. Each mini is easy to serve and portion. Optional glaze or frosting adds sweetness. Each bite is rich and flavorful.
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Reese Peanut Butter Nutter Butter Cake

A three-layer chocolate cake with light frosting and chocolate drizzle, topped with a cookie, sits beside stacked white plates and a plaid cloth. One slice is served in the foreground. — Reese Peanut Butter Nutter Butter Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Cake incorporates peanut butter cookies or candy. Crumb is moist and tender. Each slice combines peanut butter richness with sweet chocolate accents. Optional frosting completes dessert.
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Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

A square slice of strawberry cake with pink frosting and fresh strawberries on top sits on a white plate; a pan of similar cake is in the background. — Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Cake is flavored with fresh or pureed strawberries. Crumb is soft and tender. Strawberry buttercream adds creamy sweetness. Each slice is flavorful and visually appealing.
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Thai Butter Cake

A loaf of sliced butter cake is placed on a tray next to a cup of black coffee in a patterned blue and white cup and saucer on a marble surface. — Thai Butter Cake. Photo credit: Butter Joy Kitchen.

Butter cake includes subtle aromatic spices. Crumb is soft and tender. Cake has rich, buttery flavor with slight exotic notes. Frosting or glaze enhances presentation.
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Vintage Buttermilk Cake

A square slice of yellow cake with chocolate frosting is served on a white plate. — Vintage Buttermilk Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Classic cake features tender crumb and simple sweetness. Buttermilk keeps texture moist and soft. Each slice is traditional and flavorful. Optional frosting adds visual appeal.
Get the Recipe: Vintage Buttermilk Cake