Some cakes are an architectural feast for the eyes, precisely constructed and splendidly decorated in eatable bling for a wedding, birthday or other special occasion. Others are more like grandma's ...

In the bowl of a mixer, cream butter and sugars together 3–4 minutes or until light and fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla extract then set aside. In a medium bowl, combine cinnamon, flour, cornstarch and ...

Q. I’ve lost the recipe for my favorite cake, an oatmeal cake with broiled icing. Can you find one like this? A. Broiling the coconut icing creates a toasty caramel crust. This recipe is from “Butter ...

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more to prepare pan All-purpose flour, to prepare pan 21/4 cups sifted cake flour (sift before measuring) 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 ...

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Using an electric mixer, cream together the butter, shortening and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs and beat until mixture is light in color, then add the ...