Baking at home has seen a record high in recent months, thanks mostly in part to the global stay-at-home orders that have been put in place during the coronavirus pandemic [1]. From perfecting Chrissy Teigen's renowned banana bread [2] to whipping up drool-worthy cinnamon rolls [3] for every breakfast of the week, bored bakers can't seem to get out of their kitchens. According to Google, stay-at-homers are now on the hunt for delectable cake recipes, and dang, they sound delicious. From Mother's Day [4] ideas earlier this month to graduation treat inspiration and everything in between, we rounded up the top ten most popular cake recipes [5] that are being searched for on the internet right now, including all-time favourites like vanilla cake and creative and easy-to-make mug cakes. See the whole list of the most popular cake recipes ahead, and get ready to turn your kitchen into an at-home bakery. Enjoy!
Carrot Cake
This Chrissy Teigen-approved [7] carrot cake recipe is just what your taste buds have been dreaming of. It's superflavourful, rich, and features a buttermilk glaze. Need we say more?
Get the recipe: carrot cake [8]
Chocolate Cake
Imagine: a chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream frosting. Yup, that's what you get when you make this moist, almost fudge-like delicacy. Due to the addition of cocoa powder, this treat isn't too tooth-achingly sweet but also not too bitter and dark either — aka the best of both worlds.
Get the recipe: chocolate cake
Bundt Cake
Stay-at-home chefs are thinking about nothing bundt cakes! If you have a bundt cake pan in your kitchen, get ready to dust it off because this lemon buttermilk recipe is pure perfection. It's moist and tangy as well as the perfect pick-me-up on a lazy afternoon.
Get the recipe: lemon buttermilk bundt cake
Vanilla Cake
A timeless classic, it doesn't get much better than vanilla cake. It's the ultimate crowd-pleaser and for good reason! Top it off with sprinkles, fresh fruit, and any other sweet things you can think of.
Get the recipe: vanilla cake
Mug Cake
Easy to make and complete with a quick clean up, mug cakes are the new go-to recipes. This decadent flourless chocolate cake requires zero baking, meaning even the most inexperienced chef can make it in no time!
Get the recipe: mug cake [9]
Red Velvet Cake
With a rich cream cheese frosting, there's no denying the deliciousness of red velvet cake. Whether it's for a birthday, graduation, or just an after-dinner dessert, you can make this drool-worthy cake any night of the week.
Get the recipe: red velvet cake [10]