Cakes Archives - A Side of Sweet

Upcycled DIY Cake Stands for $5

These gilded DIY Cake Stands are the prettiest way to display sweets. This upcycled DIY only costs a few dollars to make and is great for weddings or gifts!

This post has been sponsored by Oui™ by Yoplait®. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Do you have certain routines or rituals that you use to begin your day?

On hospital work days, 90% of my mornings start the same way: an early workout followed by piping hot coffee and a cup of yogurt. Enjoying this simple breakfast gives me a few moments of calm to help me start the day in a good mindset.

Read on for the upcycled cake stand DIY!

S’mores Cupcakes Recipe with Toasted Marshmallow Frosting

Nut Free Vegetarian

Drop everything and make this stuffed s’mores cupcakes recipe topped with toasted marshmallow frosting. The graham cracker cupcake is stuffed with chocolate ganache making every bite a bit of heaven.

I’m the queen of s’mores. You’ll find s’mores recipes everywhere on my blog, from s’mores milkshakes to s’mores cheesecake. I even have a Pinterest board dedicated to s’mores!… Read More »

Vanilla Bundt Cake with Rosewater Buttercream Frosting & Flowers

Nut Free Vegetarian

A vanilla Bundt cake recipe that is moist, dense and perfectly sweet topped with rosewater buttercream frosting. Decorating it with roses, sliced fruits and rose petals is so easy even a beginner can do it. Cake pairs perfectly with a glass of rosé wine.

Mother’s Day is almost here and your mama deserves the world. Why not spoil her with a cake that could grace the table even the fanciest of weddings? (Spoiler alert – it’s actually super easy to make.)

Even if you’re not a culinary whiz, this gorgeous cake is still totally achievable. I’ve also added halfway homemade substitutions based on your cake decorating skill level and time commitment you are looking for.

Read on for the vanilla bundt cake recipe, rosewater buttercream and a suggested wine pairing!

Molten Chocolate Lava Cake for Two – Valentine’s Dessert

Nut Free Vegetarian

The perfect molten chocolate lava cake recipe for two just in time for Valentine’s day! Can be made ahead for easy serving as a romantic Valentine’s day dessert.

Mmmm, is there anything more decadent than a chocolate cake with warm runny chocolatey goodness on the inside? Talk about heaven in every bite!… Read More »

Lemon Cake with Meyer Lemon Infused Algae Oil

A light and airy lemon cake recipe made with Meyer lemon-infused algae oil. Algae oil has healthy fats and is great for everything from roasting to baking.

Infusing oils is my new favorite thing. It’s incredibly easy and is such a fun way to breathe new life into old recipes. We have a Meyer lemon tree in our backyard, so I took some of the peels and infused a bottle of algae oil. The entire process takes about 15 minutes from start to finish.

I am using my Meyer lemon-infused oil in everything, from a lemon vinaigrette salad dressing to lemony popcorn. It’s also the star of the incredible light and fluffy lemon cake you see here.

Curious? You can learn how to make Meyer lemon-infused oil in my latest YouTube video! I’m also sharing a few of my favorite recipes that feature it.

Candied Rose Petals for Cupcakes & Cakes

Candied Rose Petals are a perfect upgrade for homemade or store-bought cupcakes and cakes. Yes, they are actually edible and they take just minutes to make!

One of the things I love about baking is that there are always new techniques to try. From the perfect pie crust to a French macaron with feet, there’s always something new to learn. Making candied rose petals has been on my list for far too long.

Many people don’t realize that rose petals are edible, and they actually taste amazing! They are the perfect addition to many desserts, from cakes to cupcakes to cookies…. Read More »