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10 of Grandma’s Best Cake Recipes

February 23, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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I always love having a fresh, homemade cake on my counter!

Looking for some great cake recipes to bake? Grandma always made the best cake, and that’s probably why we loved going over to her house!

These old-fashioned cakes are just so good and exactly like Grandma used to make!

What can be better?

Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake With Bourbon Buttercream

Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake With Bourbon Buttercream.
Image Credit: Peanut Butter & Julie.

The old-fashioned Hummingbird Cake has graced Southern dessert tables since the 1970s. It first appeared in Southern Living magazine and swiftly became one of their most sought-after recipes. 

Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake With Bourbon Buttercream

Blueberry Skillet Cake

BLUEBERRY SKILLET CAKE.
Image Credit: Flavorful Eats.

With fresh, ripe blueberries and a hint of lemon, this egg-free, one-bowl Blueberry Skillet Cake recipe couldn’t be easier to make or more delicious! Made with ingredients you probably already have, this gorgeous cake with fresh, summery flavors is perfect for parties, BBQs, and family dinners. Its beautiful presentation makes it almost too pretty to eat!

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Skillet Cake

Old-Fashioned Chocolate Eclair Cake

OLD-FASHIONED CHOCOLATE ECLAIR CAKE.
Image Credit: The Cookin’ Chicks.

Indulge in the delectable delight of an easy, no-bake dessert that the whole family will love – the Old-Fashioned Chocolate Eclair Cake! This crowd-pleasing recipe features layers of honey graham crackers, creamy vanilla Instant pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and luscious canned chocolate frosting.

Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chocolate Eclair Cake

Easy and Moist Date Cake Recipe 

EASY AND MOIST DATE CAKE RECIPE (GLUTEN-FREE).
Image Credit: My Chef’s Apron.

This simple date cake recipe, brimming with warm spices, is naturally sweetened using only a blend of dates and applesauce.

Ideal for any event and wholesome enough for breakfast, it can be prepared in just 15 minutes before you let the oven take over.

Get the Recipe: Easy and Moist Date Cake Recipe

Best Dried Fig Cake

Best Dried Fig Cake (Yeast Leavened).
Image Credit: My Chef’s Apron.

This rustic-looking, beautiful yeast cake is one of our favorite family-baked treats, deliciously infused with pockets of sweet, dry figs and chopped walnuts. It’s also a ridiculously easy cake that pairs best with coffee or tea, family, and friends.

Get the Recipe: Best Dried Fig Cake

Best Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipe

Best Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipe.
Image Credit: The Hobby Wife.

Everyone will love this iced old-fashioned gingerbread recipe. It’s soft, chewy, moist, and delicious! Plus, it’s so easy to make this holiday favorite, and it will make the whole house smell great.

Get the Recipe: Best Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipe

Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

OLD FASHIONED PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE RECIPE.
Image Credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

This Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe is a classic! It is so easy to make and always comes out moist and delicious. You only need a few simple ingredients to make this cake, and it can be on your table in just over an hour.

Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Strawberry Cobbler Cake

STRAWBERRY COBBLER CAKE.
Image Credit: Kelly Neil.

If you’re searching for a recipe that incorporates fresh summer strawberries, try making this strawberry cobbler cake! 

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cobbler Cake

Strawberry Icebox Cake

Strawberry Icebox Cake.
Image Credit: Baked Collective.

This strawberry icebox cake is an effortless no-bake delight, ideal for summer preparation. Composed of layers of graham crackers, fresh strawberries, and gently sweetened whipped cream, it offers a refreshing treat without cooking or baking.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Icebox Cake

Easy Strawberry Cake Roll

Easy Strawberry Cake Roll.
Image Credit: Delicious in A Dime.

This Easy Strawberry Cake Roll may look elaborate, but it’s incredibly simple to prepare! This serves as a delightful dessert for any spring or summer event. Plus, it’s an economical option for entertaining a large group!

Get the Recipe: Easy Strawberry Cake Roll

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