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There’s something special about a cake made completely from scratch. In this collection of scratch cake recipes, you’ll find classic homemade cakes made with simple pantry ingredients and traditional baking methods.

From rich chocolate layer cakes and tender vanilla cakes to old-fashioned pound cakes and vintage favorites, these recipes deliver the flavor and texture that only homemade cakes can provide.

Whether you’re baking for a birthday, holiday gathering, church potluck, or simply because you love to bake, these homemade cake recipes are designed to be approachable and reliable for bakers of every skill level.

If you enjoy the process of measuring, mixing, and creating a cake from the ground up, this collection of from-scratch cake recipes will give you plenty of delicious inspiration.

Classic Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Mention the words “red velvet cake” and southerners begin to swoon. We’re so addicted to this cake we can’t imagine life without it. If you’re a fan of this rich cocoa-infused delicacy, you’re going to love this post. I’m about to offer you a “from scratch” version that’s simply irresistible. 

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The Best Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake (with Chocolate Mayonnaise Frosting)

If you're looking for a rich, moist cake, loaded with flavor, you've come to the right place. This Old Fashioned Chocolate Mayonnaise cake is a southern favorite guaranteed to please everyone on your guest list. And this yummy recipe takes things a step further, adding a rich chocolate frosting with mayonnaise in it, as well!

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