24 Cakes That Make the Most of Spring Flavors

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When spring rolls in, cake recipes start to feel a little lighter and more focused on fresh ingredients. This collection brings together cakes that highlight seasonal flavors like berries and citrus in ways that are easy to pull together. They are perfect for sharing, whether you are hosting or just bringing something along to a gathering.

Delicious Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest. (2)
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.


 

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is so light and fluffy. Perfectly lemony and perfect for any special occasion!
Get the Recipe: Delicious Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Meyer Lemon Pound Cake

Meyer Lemon Pound Cake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Meyer Lemon Pound Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Lemon Pound Cake is infused with lemon butter glaze that really takes it over the top. Top with a few berries and some whipped cream.
Get the Recipe: Meyer Lemon Pound Cake

Rainbow Cake

Rainbow Cake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Rainbow Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Turn simple white cake mix into something magical for your next big event! This easy Rainbow Cake pairs perfectly with buttercream frosting.
Get the Recipe: Rainbow Cake

Lemon Cake With Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Lemon Cake With Lemon Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Lemon Cake With Lemon Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Sweet zingy lemon cake frosted with lemon buttercream frosting then decorated with a fresh sprinkling of lemon zest! Perfect for springtime!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cake With Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake

Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake. Photo credit Butter and Baggage.
Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This raspberry cake is a deliciously moist and scrumptious dessert, perfect on its own without any frosting.
Get the Recipe: Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake

Strawberry Cheesecake. Photo credit Best Desserts.
Strawberry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Best Desserts.

Creamy, tangy cheesecake surrounded by a graham cracker crust then topped with fresh sliced strawberries and a homemade strawberry sauce.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake

Carrot Cake

The Best Carrot Cake Recipe Ever. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
The Best Carrot Cake Recipe Ever. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Carrot Cake recipe with buttermilk is moist with a tender bite and covered with thick cream cheese frosting. Made in just one bowl!
Get the Recipe: The Best Carrot Cake Recipe Ever

Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake

Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Moist lemon cake laced with blueberries and topped with streusel, this is Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake! It’s so good, seriously make it soon!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake Recipe

Easy No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake

Dreamy No Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake. Photo credit Intentional Hospitality.
Dreamy No Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make Strawberry Angel Food Cake with Jell-O, fresh berries, and Cool Whip, no oven needed! A fast, beautiful make-ahead dessert.
Get the Recipe: Easy No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake

Mini Lemon Coconut Bundt Cakes

Mini Lemon Coconut Bundt Cakes. Photo Credit Savor the Best.
Mini Lemon Coconut Bundt Cakes. Photo Credit: Savor the Best.

Moist mini lemon coconut cakes with a zesty glaze and tender crumb. A bright, simple dessert that’s freezer-friendly and perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Mini Lemon Coconut Bundt Cakes

Chantilly Sheet Cake

Chantilly Sheet Cake. Photo credit Southern Plate.
Chantilly Sheet Cake. Photo credit: Southern Plate.

A rich cake topped with preserves, fluffy icing, and fresh berries, this Chantilly Sheet Cake recipe is for fans of the Publix Chantilly Cake
Get the Recipe: Chantilly Sheet Cake

Italian Cream Cake

Amazing Italian Cream Cake Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Amazing Italian Cream Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Italian Cream Cake Recipe will blow your minds. A vanilla based cake with pecans & coconut slathered in decadent cream cheese frosting.
Get the Recipe: Amazing Italian Cream Cake Recipe

Ultimate Banana Cake

Ultimate Banana Cake Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Ultimate Banana Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Ultimate Banana Cake Recipe is a simple scratch banana cake filled with walnuts and slathered with an amazing frosting.
Get the Recipe: Ultimate Banana Cake Recipe

Gluten Free Lemon Cake

Gluten Free Lemon Cake. Photo credit Debra Klein.
Gluten Free Lemon Cake. Photo credit: Debra Klein.

Gluten-free Lemon Cake Recipe is light, delicious, easy to make, and has a grain-free, moist crumb. Passover dessert that tastes incredible.
Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Lemon Cake

Banana Layer Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Layer Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit Easy Southern Desserts.
Banana Layer Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This moist banana layer cake with rich brown butter cream cheese frosting is a deliciously easy dessert perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Banana Layer Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Pistachio Lemon Roll Cake

Pistachio Lemon Roll Cake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Pistachio Lemon Roll Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Pistachio Lemon Roll Cake is a homemade lemon sponge cake that is rolled, filled, and then covered in cream. Perfect for springtime!
Get the Recipe: Pistachio Lemon Roll Cake

Lemon Icebox Cake (No Bake)

Lemon Icebox Cake Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Lemon Icebox Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

A deliciously sweet, refreshing, and creamy no-bake lemon icebox cake that everyone will love. This will be your new go-to dessert!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Icebox Cake (No Bake)

The Best Homemade Strawberry Cream Cake

The Best Homemade Strawberry Cream Cake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
The Best Homemade Strawberry Cream Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This homemade Strawberry Cake recipe is the perfect creamy dessert! Light, refreshing, and sweet enough to satisfy any craving!
Get the Recipe: The Best Homemade Strawberry Cream Cake

Vanilla Cake From Scratch

Vanilla Cake From Scratch. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Vanilla Cake From Scratch. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Homemade Vanilla Cake Recipe will become your new favorite. So simple, tender and moist crumb and just the right amount of sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Vanilla Cake From Scratch

Funfetti Cake

Funfetti Cake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Funfetti Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Funfetti Cake has a tender and moist crumb laced with sprinkles and is topped with a sweet buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays!
Get the Recipe: Funfetti Cake Recipe

Angel Food Cake Strawberry Shortcake

Angel Food Cake Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Angel Food Cake Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This homemade Angel Food Cake is made with whipped egg whites, sugar, flour and some flavorings. A must make cake recipe for summer!
Get the Recipe: Angel Food Cake Strawberry Shortcake

Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe (Soft & Sweet)

Vanilla Bundt Cake. Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Vanilla Bundt Cake. Photo Credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe is a moist and tender butter and sour cream based cake that is delicious plain or with toppings.
Get the Recipe: Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe (Soft & Sweet)

No Bake Banana Split Cake

No Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
No Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Banana Split Cake is a no-bake graham cracker crust topped with all the familiar flavors of a banana split including the cherry on top!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe

Lemon Bundt Cake With Lemon Glaze And Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon Bundt Cake with Lemon Glaze and Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit Easy Southern Desserts.
Lemon Bundt Cake with Lemon Glaze and Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Lemon Bundt Cake made with fresh lemon juice, zest, and topped with a simple lemon glaze and a creamy lemon cream cheese frosting.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Bundt Cake With Lemon Glaze And Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

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