Chocolate Cake Recipes

Serve this Compost Cake at your gross-out April Fools' Day party!

This classic devil's food recipe makes a moist, rich cake perfect for a chocolate-lover's birthday party. Our kid testers found the batter easy to mix and particularly enjoyed stacking and frosting the cake layers.

Unlike cakes that go into the pan as a single batter, this one has two additional layers: a sugary cocoa topping, followed by a generous puddle of boiling water. As the cake bakes, the water heads south to form a chocolaty pudding at the bottom.

Bake your favorite chocolate cake batter in individual mugs for a warming winter dessert.

The centers of these moist, delectable treats ooze with irresistible sweetness.

At last, proof positive that you can have your cake and eat it too. Mary Ward, from Manlius, New York, says this easy recipe is a favorite summertime treat--and a delicious way to combat the inevitable proliferation of zucchini in her garden.

Want to make a winning impression on your Cars party guests? With a confectionary pickup modeled after Mater, it's a piece of cake!

Summon the fun with this Mickey Mouse-themed cake. It's the perfect way to bring a bit of Mickey magic to your next party or birthday bash.

This clever trio of mini cakes is a tasty way to honor the King of the Grill on Father's Day.

Why bake a chocolate cake in a slow cooker? It's a fun novelty, and kids love the whole idea.