These Christmas Cake Recipes are sure to impress your friends and family this holiday. These cake recipes are made with simple ingredients.
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Making cake for dessert during the holidays is always a nice addition to our dessert tables. These 54 cake recipes are easy to make and many variations to choose from.
Choose from cranberry cake recipes to chocolate cake recipes. There is a cake recipe for everyone for the best dessert recipes.
Easy Cakes for Christmas
Skip the pie recipes this year and make several of these cake recipes. We love the many flavors of cake and can be served in many different ways.
1. Christmas Cranberry Cake Recipe
Cranberry cake is the perfect Christmas cake.
Christmas Cranberry Cake Recipe
It only calls for a few ingredients and it’s the perfect blend of sweet and tart cranberries.
Christmas Cranberry Cake Recipe
2. Cinnamon Cake
We love making this cake in a Bundt Pan and topped with a glaze or powdered sugar.
Cinnamon Cake
My entire family loves this lazy day Cinnamon Bundt Cake recipe. It’s easy to throw together but it looks like it took hours to make! This will become your favorite cake to make!
Cinnamon Cake
3. Strawberry Angel Food Cake
Full of strawberry flavor.
Strawberry Angel Food Cake
Strawberry Angel Food Cake is the perfect blend of fluffy angel food cake, Jello, Cool Whip, and strawberries. The whipped cream on top makes each bite even better.
Strawberry Angel Food Cake
4. Apple Bundt Cake
My favorite part of this cake is the brown sugar glaze.
Apple Bundt Cake
The tartness of the Granny Smith apples also balances out the sweetness of the brown sugar glaze. It is the perfect combination and so delicious.
Apple Bundt Cake
5. Pink Champagne Cake
Delicious pink cake layers.
Pink Champagne Cake
Pink Champagne Cake has layers infused with Pink Champagne and topped with champagne buttercream.
Pink Champagne Cake
6. Tres Leches Cake
This is a classic cake to serve for the holidays.
Tres Leches Cake
From the moist cake to the decadent whipped topping, this recipe does not disappoint.
Tres Leches Cake
7. Oreo Icebox Cake Recipe
Make this cake with only 3 ingredients.
Oreo Icebox Cake Recipe
You only need 3 ingredients to make this Oreo Icebox Cake in minutes.
Oreo Icebox Cake Recipe
8. Blueberry Coffee Cake Recipe
This is the perfect cake to make for Christmas morning breakfast.
9. Chocolate Mousse Cake
Layers of chocolate cake makes this one of my favorites.
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Chocolate Mousse Cake has layers of moist cake topped with rich mousse filling. There is even more chocolate on top for a rich and decadent dessert.
Chocolate Mousse Cake
10. Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Red velvet cake is a classic cake to serve this holiday.
Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Red Velvet Cake Recipe is so easy to make from scratch. Each bite is moist and heavenly and the cream cheese frosting makes it amazing.
Red Velvet Cake Recipe
11. Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake Recipe
Chocolate and caramel is the perfect combination.
Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake Recipe
This poke cake is perfect for any occasion and is made with simple ingredients. This cake is moist and full of caramel flavor.
Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake Recipe
12. Cherry Poke Cake Recipe
Poke cakes is the best holiday cake recipes.
Cherry Poke Cake Recipe
With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this tasty Cherry Poke Cake Recipe.
Cherry Poke Cake Recipe
13. S’mores Poke Cake Recipe
Skip the campfire and make this S’mores poke cake.
S’mores Poke Cake Recipe
Luscious chocolate, gooey marshmallows and more combine for a dessert you can’t resist.
S’mores Poke Cake Recipe
14. Chocolate Cherry Cake Recipe
Make this chocolate cake with only 4 ingredients.
Chocolate Cherry Cake Recipe
Chocolate Cherry Cake Recipe only calls for 4 simple ingredients making it super easy to enjoy dessert anytime a craving hits.
Chocolate Cherry Cake Recipe
15. Gingerbread Cake Recipe
Gingerbread is a classic flavor for the holidays.
Gingerbread Cake Recipe
The flavors of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg come together to make the best cake.
Gingerbread Cake Recipe
16. Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes
Make this copycat recipe for an easy cake for the holidays.
17. Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Serve this pound cake with a side of fresh fruit.
Cream Cheese Pound Cake
You might be surprised that Cream Cheese pound cake recipe only calls for 8 ingredients.
Cream Cheese Pound Cake
18. Christmas Jello Poke Cake
The fun red and green colors makes this cake so delicious.
Christmas Jello Poke Cake
Christmas Jello Cake is fun and festive and made with easy ingredients. The red and green jello mix makes this Christmas Poke cake so festive.
Christmas Jello Poke Cake
19. Margarita Poke Cake
Add lime zest for the perfect cake flavor.
Margarita Poke Cake
This easy dessert has the perfect combination of lime juice and more. The cake is simple to make and topped with whipped cream.
Margarita Poke Cake
20. Banana Split Cake Recipe
If you love banana split, then you need to make this cake.
Banana Split Cake Recipe
Layers of strawberries, pineapple and more topped with chocolate and cherries make this dessert so decadent.
Banana Split Cake Recipe
21. Peach Cobbler Pound Cake Recipe
This cake is moist and delicious.
Peach Cobbler Pound Cake Recipe
From the moist cake packed with juicy peaches to the decadent topping, it does not disappoint.
Peach Cobbler Pound Cake Recipe
22. Cherry Chip Cake Recipe
This cake is loaded with flavor and easy to make.
Cherry Chip Cake Recipe
Cherry Chip Cake with luscious buttercream icing is a decadent recipe. The cherries give it a pretty pink color and the flavor is delicious.
Cherry Chip Cake Recipe
23. Green Velvet Cake Recipe
This green cake is perfect color for the holidays.
Green Velvet Cake Recipe
Green Velvet Cake is super easy to make from scratch. It is so delicious with decadent cream cheese frosting. The entire cake is stunning and simply amazing.
Green Velvet Cake Recipe
24. Heaven on Earth Cake Recipe
This is delicious made with whipped cream topping.
Heaven on Earth Cake Recipe
Heaven on Earth cake is packed with cherries, pudding, and angel food cake for a decadent dessert. It comes together quickly for an amazing cake.
Heaven on Earth Cake Recipe
25. Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Recipe
This cookie cake is easy to serve and make.
26. Christmas Dirt Cake Recipe
This cake is fun and festive.
Christmas Dirt Cake Recipe
Everyone will go crazy over the creamy layers of Oreo cookies and pudding. It is so festive topped with Christmas tree cakes and is sure to be a hit.
Christmas Dirt Cake Recipe
27. Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
This cake is loaded with cinnamon flavor and a delicious glaze.
Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
The cake batter is really easy to make and the cinnamon filling is the best. The glaze gets into every crevice of the warm cake for a really delicious dessert.
Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
28. Red White and Blue Icebox Cake
Icebox cake is delicious and easy to make.
Red White and Blue Icebox Cake
Family and friends will love this dessert with fresh berries. The pudding mixture is so decadent but not heavy at all.
Red White and Blue Icebox Cake
29. Christmas Tree Cake
Impress your family and friends with this Christmas tree cake.
Christmas Tree Cake
It takes some patience to make, but each step along the way is never too difficult. The key is to work with cold cake layers as they are much easier to handle.
Christmas Tree Cake
30. Yule Log Cake
This will sure impress your family and friends.
Yule Log Cake
A sponge cake filled and covered with frosting, and rolled to look like a log. Don't get intimidated by this rolled cake, but do take your time!
Yule Log Cake
31. Wreath Cake
Make this wreath cake for the perfect centerpiece.
Wreath Cake
Make this decadent chocolate cake made with cocoa powder, cranberries, and more, as the centerpiece at your dessert table this holiday season.
Wreath Cake
32. Santa Cake
This is the perfect Christmas Cake.
Santa Cake
Show off your holiday spirit at the dessert table with this festive and easy-to-make chocolate cake.
Santa Cake
33. Hummingbird Cake
This cake is loaded with simple ingredients and flavor.
Hummingbird Cake
Hiding beneath the thick swoops of cream cheese frosting are two cake layers, gently spiced with cinnamon and kept soft with generous additions of ripe banana and crushed pineapple.
Hummingbird Cake
34. Reindeer Cake
This three layer cake is sure to impress your family.
Reindeer Cake
It’s a three-layer stunner that will command center stage at your next holiday get-together.
Reindeer Cake
35. Minted Chocolate Torte
Mint and chocolate is a delicious combination.
Minted Chocolate Torte
Combine chocolate, Mint Andes Candies, and more, you've got a cool and creamy dessert that is very refreshing.
Minted Chocolate Torte
36. Shortcut Peppermint Layer Cake
Peppermint flavor is the perfect holiday flavor.
Shortcut Peppermint Layer Cake
Be sure to measure the peppermint extract carefully—it's strong, and a little bit goes a very long way.
Shortcut Peppermint Layer Cake
37. Holiday Snow Globe Cake
This would be a show stopper Christmas Cake Recipe.
Holiday Snow Globe Cake
Deck the halls and get ready for a very merry Snow Globe Cake made with dark rum, coconut milk, raspberry jam, and more!
Holiday Snow Globe Cake
38. Ginger-Glazed Lemon Bundt
Ginger and lemon is a delicious combination.
Ginger-Glazed Lemon Bundt
Tangy ginger, tart lemon, and puckery cranberries make this melt-in-your-mouth cake as crisp—and gorgeous—as autumn.
Ginger-Glazed Lemon Bundt
39. Coconut Cake with Coconut Cream Frosting
Light and fluffy this cake taste amazing.
Coconut Cake with Coconut Cream Frosting
Solely using cake flour makes this coconut sponge extra tender, and whipped egg whites folded into the batter keep the layers light and fluffy.
Coconut Cake with Coconut Cream Frosting
40. Spice Cake with Cranberry Filling Recipe
The cranberry filling is delicious and easy to make.
Spice Cake with Cranberry Filling Recipe
This stunning layer cake will be your new favorite Christmas tradition. Pipe a ring of frosting around the cake layer, just inside the top edge, to keep the filling from oozing out.
Spice Cake with Cranberry Filling Recipe
41. Mama’s German Chocolate Cake
The layers of the chocolate cake makes this cake so delicious.
Mama’s German Chocolate Cake
Most ingredients you'll find you already have on hand, and the most important ingredients here are the two packages of sweet chocolate baking bars
Mama’s German Chocolate Cake
42. Marbled Pumpkin Praline Cake
Pumpkin flavor cake is so delicious.
43. Spiked Eggnog Bundt Cake Recipe
Eggnog cake is one we make every year. We love baking it in a bundt cake.
Spiked Eggnog Bundt Cake Recipe
Fans of the creamy cold-weather drink, eggnog, will swoon for this ultra-rich cake flavored with a little bourbon and finished with a sweet glaze.
Spiked Eggnog Bundt Cake Recipe
44. Frosty Robin Cake
This cake would be the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table.
Frosty Robin Cake
Fun to model and easier than you might think, these snoozing sugar robins make for a very cute cake
Frosty Robin Cake
45. Snowflake Sensation Cake
This snowflake is so delicious.
46. Creole Christmas Cake
This cake is full of fruit and easy to make.
Creole Christmas Cake
This Christmas cake recipe is full of fruit and can be made ahead to free up your time at Christmas.
Creole Christmas Cake
47. Black Forest Cake without Icing
This cake is moist and perfect to make ahead of time.
Black Forest Cake without Icing
Chocolate and cherries are a magical combination. This cake is so moist and yummy that it doesn't need icing.
Black Forest Cake without Icing
48. Candy Cane Cake
Fun and festive holiday cake.
Candy Cane Cake
Decorated using icing pouches, this cake takes no time to decorate (plus the icing is already colored and ready to pipe right from the bag).
Candy Cane Cake
49. Vanilla Yule Log
Decorate this yule log with beautiful holiday colors.
Vanilla Yule Log
Our version of the Christmas yule log cake is a bit fancier, decorated with roses, carnations, pine, and holly.
Vanilla Yule Log
50. Mirror Glaze Cake
Delicious and easy to make.
Mirror Glaze Cake
Topped with a bright blue glaze and sweet candy snowflakes, the shiny finish on this cake makes it look like a lake of frozen ice and since it's made with Wilton Candy Melts candy, you know it's extra delicious!
Mirror Glaze Cake
51. White Cake with Cranberry Filling and Orange Buttercream
The combination of these ingredients makes this cake so impressive.
52. Smith Island Cake
The buttery, vanilla cake flavor makes for a delicious cake.
Smith Island Cake
Really tender cake layers with buttery vanilla flavor. A lightly sweet ganache icing helps balance out the whole thing.
Smith Island Cake
53. Red Velvet Marble Bundt Cake
Red velvet bundt cake is delicious.
Red Velvet Marble Bundt Cake
The trick to creating looping swirls is to gently layer the batter around the Bundt pan with a small cookie scoop. No need to swirl with a knife; it will marble as it bakes.
Red Velvet Marble Bundt Cake
54. Chocolate-Gingerbread Toffee Cake
Chocolate and gingerbread is the perfect holiday flavors.
Chocolate-Gingerbread Toffee Cake
It tastes like all the wonderful flavors that come tumbling from a stocking: milk chocolate Santas, gingerbread men, and buttery toffee candy.
Chocolate-Gingerbread Toffee Cake
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