11 Easy Recipes for Easter Cakes

Studded with grated carrot, pecans, and raisins, this classic two-layer cake is covered with a rich cream cheese frosting.

Get the recipe: Carrot Cake

Fresh lemon juice and zest give this easy loaf cake a bright citrus zing.

Get the recipe: Lemon Buttermilk Cake With Pistachio Ice Cream

Olive oil, buttermilk, and cornmeal flavor a not-too-sweet dessert dressed up with vanilla-infused orange segments.

Get the recipe: Olive Oil Cake With Vanilla Oranges

A cup of healthful Greek yogurt makes this beautiful bundt cake moist and rich.

Get the recipe: Glazed Lemon Pound Cake

Top this heavenly dessert with a freshly-made cherry topping—so much better than the canned version.

Get the recipe: Classic Cheesecake

Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the batter to enhance the flavor of this creamy classic.

Get the recipe: Vanilla Cheesecake

Sandwich the two layers of cake with fresh strawberry filling and garnish with an impressive-looking (yet easy) strawberry fan.

Get the recipe: Yellow Cake With Strawberries and Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting

The pineapple pieces caramelize as they bake at the bottom of the pan, resulting in a deep, roasted, tropical sweetness.

Get the recipe: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Press chopped nuts into the sides of the cake for a simple and fun garnish.

Get the recipe: Yellow Lemon Cake With Candied Lemons and Pistachios

For an elegant and unexpected dessert, decorate with white chocolate chips.

Get the recipe: Yellow Cake With Vanilla Frosting and White Chocolate Chips

This fruity cake has a layer of apricot preserves and a toasted coconut exterior.

Get the recipe: Apricot-Coconut Cake