Italian Cake Recipes

This moist, fluffy Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake is made with fresh ricotta cheese, bright lemon zest, and pantry staples, and is ready in just over an hour. The hero moment is the golden, slightly domed crust that gives way to an incredibly tender, almost custard-like crumb. I love serving this simple yet elegant dessert with …

This moist, nutty Italian Almond Cake is made with fine almond flour, fresh lemon zest, and eggs, and is ready in just over one hour. The golden crust cracks gently as it cools, revealing a soft, marzipan-like interior that melts in your mouth. I love serving this simple, elegant dessert with a strong cup of …

This moist, rustic Italian Apple Cake is made with fresh Golden Delicious apples, lemon zest, and butter, and is ready in about 1 hour. The batter gently hugs the fruit chunks, creating soft, sweet pockets in every slice. I love baking this simple torta di mele for Sunday brunch or a cozy afternoon treat. Why …

This moist, dense Italian Lemon Pound Cake is made with creamy ricotta, fresh lemon zest, and butter, and ready in about 90 minutes. The tart lemon glaze slowly hardens into a crisp shell over the golden, buttery crust as it cools. I love serving this simple yet elegant cake with afternoon coffee because it stays …

This fluffy, moisture-rich Italian Cream Cake is made with sweetened coconut, toasted pecans, and tangy buttermilk, ready in about 75 minutes. The tender crumb layers are stacked high and smothered in a rich, velvety cream cheese frosting. I love making this impressive Southern classic for holidays because it always steals the show. Why This Classic …

This fluffy, nutty Italian Cream Cake From Box is made with white cake mix, coconut, and pecans, and ready in about 70 minutes. The rich cream cheese frosting creates a creamy finish that balances the toasted nut crunch perfectly. I love how this simple hack mimics the traditional recipe without the fuss of measuring flour. …

This creamy, layered Italian Love Cake is made with chocolate cake mix, smooth ricotta cheese, and instant pudding, ready in about 4 hours including chilling time. The distinct layers magically swap places in the oven, creating a dense cheese filling beneath a moist chocolate sponge. I bake this whenever I need a foolproof crowd-pleaser that …

This fluffy, creamy Italian Lemon Cream Cake is made with tender white sponge layers, a tart mascarpone filling, and a buttery vanilla crumb topping, all ready in about 4 hours including chilling time. The hero moment happens when you slice through the delicate crumbs to reveal the thick, luscious layer of lemon cream tucked inside. …

This fluffy, nutty Italian Wedding Cake is made with shredded coconut, crunchy pecans, and a rich cream cheese frosting, ready in just over an hour. The best part is swirling the thick, tangy frosting over the layers before pressing toasted nuts into the sides for that signature look. I love serving this impressive dessert for …