Go global with your next bake. We rounded up traditional cakes from around the world. Find decadent recipes from Germany, Italy, Mexico and more.
25+ Cakes from Around the World
Jamaica: Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake
My take on those boozy treats that weigh down suitcases returning from Jamaica, this moist cake packs a rum punch. You may wish to card your guests before serving. The longer the rum soaks in, the better—overnight is best. —Jenn Hall, Collingswood, New Jersey
Bee Sting Cake
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United States: Apple Stack Cake
Italy: Orange Ricotta Cake Roll
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Mexico: Classic Tres Leches Cake
Austria: Sachertorte
The Netherlands: Dutch Apple Cake
Red Velvet Cake
France: Chocolate Hazelnut Gateau
Slovenia: Poteca Cake
Germany: Black Forest Chocolate Torte
Ireland: Chocolate Guinness Cake
Italy: Cream Cheese Cake
United States: Lady Baltimore Cake
England: Tiny Tim’s Plum Pudding
Rustic Honey Cake
Mexico: Cinnamon Chocolate Cake
Germany: Oma's Apfelkuchen
Angel Food Cake
France: Decadent Chocolate Crepe Cake
Gingerbread Cake
Pound Cake
France: Buche de Noel
Paraguay: Dulce de Leche Cheesecake
United States: Nutty Caramel Ice Cream Cake
Sweden: Swedish Cream Apple Rings
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Japan: Castella Cake
You need just four ingredients to make this popular Japanese dessert recipe by Just One Cookbook blogger Namiko Chen. The secret to a perfectly risen Castella cake? Beating the eggs until they’re thick and pale yellow.