The Daily Cake: July 2014 Calendar

Devil's Food Cupcakes with Marshmallow Filling

James Carrier

Satisfy your sweet tooth with cakes galore--from sheets cakes to cupcakes, and layer cakes to cheesecakes.

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Sweet Tea-and-Lemonade Cake

This cake is is full of sweet Southern flavors! Feeling rowdy? Spin this into a tipsy cake by substituting up to 2 Tbsp. vodka or bourbon for the lemon juice in the frosting.

Sweet Tea-and-Lemonade Cake Recipe

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Gluten-Free Caramelized Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Missy Neville Crawford

Not only is this cake gluten free, it's also topped with caramelied pineapple goodness. The rum will ignite when you tilt the pan; this burns off the alcohol.

Gluten-Free Caramelized Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe

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Chocolate Strawberry Shortcakes

Photo: Andrew McCaul; Stylist: Gerri Williams for James Reps

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcakes make a great afternoon treat! A dollop of homemade whipped cream tops sliced strawberries that are sandwiched between chocolate biscuit halves. You might want to double this dessert because they go fast!

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcakes Recipe

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Icebox Chocolate Cheesecake

Con Poulos

Grace Parisi brilliantly layers chocolate cookies with a quick mix of cream cheese, chocolate syrup and a little water. The cookies soften as the cake chills overnight for a perfectly moist, chocolaty "cheater's" cheesecake.
Icebox Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

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Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Elizabeth Demos

This Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is the perfect summer dessert and it's a serious crowd pleaser! The flavors of caramel and pineapple just go together so well.

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe

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Lemon Ginger Pound Cake

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Gerri Williams for James Reps

Celebrate the gorgeous summer weather with this buttery, tender, and moist Lemon Ginger Pound Cake. This pound cake gets a double dose of lemon in the cake and in the glaze.

Lemon Ginger Pound Cake Recipe

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Whole Orange Cake

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Robyn Valarik

Every good cook needs a nice moist, dense cake in his or her repertoire. This one--loaded with orange flavor and tender flecks of peel, and not too sweet--is perfect for brunch as well as dessert.

Whole Orange Cake Recipe

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Old-Fashioned Caramel Cupcakes

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro

Old-Fashioned Caramel is a cupcake that can't be rushed. It's a true labor of love. The caramel has to cool for a while before you can make the frosting, and then you need to use the frosting right away. If the frosting gets too thick to spread, add just a little cream or milk to make it spreadable. It is definitely worth the effort.
Old-Fashioned Caramel Cupcakes Recipe

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Just look at those irresistable chocolate and peanut butter cheesecake swirls. Make this cheesecake today and dive right in!

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe

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Mini Mexican Chocolate Cheesecakes

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Kristen Shelton Fielder

Utterly scrumptious and the perfect size, Mini Mexican Chocolate Cheesecakes are amped up with vanilla, cinnamon, and cayenne for the perfect kick.
Mini Mexican Chocolate Cheesecakes Recipe

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Birthday Cake

Photo: Oxmoor House

Buttery yellow cake with creamy chocolate frosting--what could be better on a birthday? Use baking spray with flour to prevent the cake layers from sticking to the pans.
Birthday Cake Recipe

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Triple-Decker Strawberry Cake

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski

This three-layer strawberry cake gets its delicious flavor from chopped fresh strawberries and strawberry gelatin. Slather with the homemade strawberry buttercream frosting for a rich cake that's truly out of this world.
Triple-Decker Strawberry Cake Recipe

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Hot Fudge Brownie Cake

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey

Nothing beats a warm brownie fresh from the pan. Top this ooey-gooey hot fudge brownie cake with fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat the whole family will enjoy.

Hot Fudge Brownie Cake Recipe

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Strawberry Cheesecake

Top this cheesecake with strawberries pointed ends up for an easy yet spectacular presentation.
Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

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White Sheet Cake

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

This easy white sheet cake is perfect for tailgating season when you decorate each square with the colors and logos of your favorite teams.
White Sheet Cake Recipe

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Rocky Road Chocolate Cake

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Did you know you can make cakes in your slow-cooker? Well, you can! Slow-cook your way to rich, chocolatey, marshmallowey goodness.

Rocky Road Chocolate Cake Recipe

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Poodle Cupcakes

Photo: Tami Hardeman

Make too-cute Poodle Cupcakes for the dog lover, or 50's fan, in your life.
Poodle Cupcakes Recipe

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Rice Krispies Treat Neapolitan Cake

Photographer: Lee Harrleson; Stylists: Jan Gautro, Ana Kelly

Take Rice Krispies Treats to the next level by flavoring them with strawberry and chocolate and stacking them into “cake” layers to create a dessert that resembles a Neapolitan sundae. It’s a perfect dessert child’s birthday party at school.
Rice Krispies Treat Neapolitan Cake Recipe

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Lemon-Blueberry Snack Cake

This super moist snack cake is packed with lemon flavor and is filled with tons of fresh, juicy blueberries. This easy cake makes the perfect afternoon snack.

Lemon-Blueberry Snack Cake Recipe

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Fresh Strawberry Cake

Oxmoor House

With cool, creamy whipped topping and sweet fresh strawberries, this moist strawberry cake is a summertime treat.
Fresh Strawberry Cake Recipe

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Mini Cassata Cakes

Ryan Liebe

At Boulud Sud, pastry chef Ghaya Oliveira makes a version of cassata, the ornate Sicilian dessert with layers of sponge cake, sweetened ricotta, candied fruit, dark chocolate and marzipan. The easy recipe here is Grace Parisi's own interpretation.
Mini Cassata Cakes Recipe

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Coffee-Toffee Ice Cream Cupcakes

Photo: Ryan Benyl; Styling: Stephana Bottom

Regular cupcakes can't hold a candle to these top-notch frozen treats. They're ideal for hot summer days when you need a healthy dose of ice cream in the afternoon. Get ready to lick your fingers.

Coffee-Toffee Ice Cream Cupcakes Recipe

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Mississippi Mud Cupcakes

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Here's a cupcake version of the classic Southern chocolate sheetcake that's filled with marshmallows and chopped pecans and topped with a rich chocolate frosting.
Mississippi Mud Cupcakes Recipe

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Superman Cupcakes

Photo: Beth Branch

Superman cupcakes are a great way to celebrate the next big super hero movie, your child's birthday party, or even Halloween! (Click here for the stencils.)

Superman Cupcakes Recipe

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Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Here the cream cheese is added after beating the butter and sugar, and the cake bakes at a slightly higher temperature than usual.
Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

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Amaretto Apple Streusel Cupcakes

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

Top tender apple cupcakes with a sweet and crunchy topping of brown sugar and almonds, then drizzle with a powdered sugar glaze. The amaretto adds an even more distinct almond flavor to the cupcakes, but if you don't have it, you can use almond extract instead.
Amaretto Apple Streusel Cupcakes Recipe

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Red Berry Pavlova Tower

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Layer and fill this meringue turret up to one hour before serving for the best contrast of crunchy, chewy, and creamy textures.
Red Berry Pavlova Tower Recipe

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Chocolate Cherry Cakes

Make the most of this succulent summer fruit while you can. Cherry season typically runs from June through August, so hurry up and grab a big bag of these ruby-red fruits when you see them in your favorite grocery store or local farmer's market. Enjoy them with sweet treats, like these Chocolate Cherry Cakes, or try using cherries in savory dishes. Look for our Grilled Chicken with Cherries and Goat Cheese recipe online at www.allyou.com.
Chocolate Cherry Cakes Recipe

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Strawberries and Cream Cake

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck

We used 6 (8-inch) disposable aluminum foil cake pans, so we could fill all the pans at once. This way, if you bake the layers in batches, the second batch is ready to go in the oven as soon as the first is done.
Strawberries and Cream Cake Recipe

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Devil's Food Cupcakes with Marshmallow Filling