Make ahead cakes

Cookie Dough Brownie Cake Recipe ~ Rich and decadent, this three-layer brownie cake is filled with cookie dough frosting and topped with a silky chocolate ganache.

Need a praiseworthy recipe idea for an upcoming church potluck? Try any one of Grandma's tried-and-true desserts.

Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Recipe -I created this creamy cheesecake using two favorites—caramel and pecans. It's a stunning cake and rivals any I've tasted. —Deidre Sizer, Cedarville, Ohio

Feed a crowd with this easy sheet cake with orange zest and poppy seeds. It’s topped with a simple icing and can be made in a 9 x 13 or 8 x 12-inch baking pan.

Brownie Recipes That Will Wow at Every School Bake Sale, Church Homecoming, and Family Potluck | These mini desserts are the ultimate make-ahead treat for holiday parties. #recipes #recipeideas #southernliving #dessert #dessertrecipes

It’s a cakkkeeeeee (like they say in My Big Fat Greek Wedding). It never fails that every time I make a cake Mikey says, “It’s a cake” in his best greek accent. So now whene…

Don't miss this best coffee cheesecake in your list of Father's Day dessert ideas! This easy cheesecake is make-ahead and perfect for guests that are coffee lovers. You gotta try this!

This no-bake dessert is a make-ahead summer favorite. Ladyfingers are soaked in caramel and layered between mascarpone whipped cream and fresh strawberries.

Looking for the perfect dessert to impress your guests? Discover 40 easy dessert recipes that are guaranteed to satisfy any crowd! From no-bake treats to make-ahead favorites, these desserts are as delicious as they are simple. Perfect for parties, holidays, and gatherings. Click to find your new go-to dessert!

It’s party time here, but probably not for what you’re thinking… Three crazy good things have happened to me recently. The cause for party time and eating this Orange and Poppy Seed Layer Cake ;) I’m eating mushrooms (new fave food) I’m eating cauliflower (like every meal) And I’ve been dabbling in garlic Oh yeah,...

Ottolenghi Louise cake, a twist on the New Zealand Louise slice, is a plum cake with meringue, perfect for birthdays and other celebrations.

An almond raspberry celebration cake that is perfect for spring! Layers of almond butter cake are filled with raspberry jam and a mascarpone buttercream - as pretty as they are delicious.

Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake | Martha Stewart - Three flavors of ice cream -- pistachio, vanilla, and strawberry -- are layered with chewy cornbread cake and frosted with whipped cream in this showstopping make-ahead dessert. In a nod to the filling, the top is garnished with sliced strawberries and chopped pistachios. #icecreamcake #cakerecipe #springdessert #easterdessert

The frasier cake brings together tender sponge cake, luxurious pastry cream, and ripe, juicy strawberries in a classic French dessert.

Truly easy and perfect make-ahead cake for all occasions! Light and delicate sponge cake layers loaded with fluffy Chantilly cream frosting and fresh berries.

The perfect potluck dessert, this eclair cake can be prepped ahead of time and left in the fridge until it's time to dig in. Get the recipe for our chocolate-topped Eclair Cake. #recipeideas #recipes #dessertrecipes #eclaircake #southernliving

This recipe is your ticket to a fabulous dessert with hardly any effort.

This is one so simple that anyone can make it and look like an expert at the culinary arts and it is the perfect make-ahead dessert for spring and summer picnics and potlucks...

For entertaining, I love to prepare make-ahead desserts. When they are made ahead, there is no stressing over dessert at the last minute.