Need a dessert that steals the spotlight at summer parties? These cakes aren’t just sweet—they’re the kind of treats people ask about after the party’s over. From nostalgic classics to fruity favorites, this roundup is full of rave-worthy recipes your guests will be talking about for weeks. Whether you’re craving something citrusy and light like a Lemon Jello Poke Cake or a chilled no-bake wonder like Twix Ice Cream Cake, there’s a showstopper for every kind of sweet tooth. These aren’t just easy-to-make—they’re crowd-pleasers that guarantee compliments. You’ll want to bookmark every single one.

Delicious Lemon Jello Poke Cake

A slice of lemon poke cake topped with creamy frosting, a small lemon slice, and a mint leaf sits on a white plate, surrounded by additional plates and garnished with mint leaves. Lemons and a baking dish with more cake are visible in the background.
Delicious Lemon Jello Poke Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and citrusy Lemon Poke Cake has a delicious vanilla sponge base soaked with ribbons of lemon Jell-O and lemon Cool Whip frosting.
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Easy Sour Cream Pound Cake Recipe

sweet buttery pound cake slices with blueberries and mint
Easy Sour Cream Pound Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Augusta National’s Recipe For Sour Cream Pound Cake has a rich, buttery flavor and moist texture. Easy-to-follow steps make this a perfect pound cake.
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Quick and Easy Strawberry Angel Food Cake

A plate with a slice of pink strawberry dessert topped with whipped cream, a strawberry slice, and a mint leaf sits in the foreground. In the background, a glass dish filled with more of the same dessert shows additional strawberries and whipped cream on top. Fresh strawberries and a pink striped cloth are also visible.
Quick and Easy Strawberry Angel Food Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make Strawberry Angel Food Cake with Jell-O, fresh berries, and Cool Whip, no oven needed! A fast, beautiful make-ahead dessert.
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Delicious Twix Ice Cream Cake

A dessert cake with a caramel and chocolate drizzle is topped with mini Twix bars on a white plate. Unwrapped Twix minis are scattered in the background on a striped cloth.
Delicious Twix Ice Cream Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy ice cream cake recipe has layers of Twix candy bars, buttery, crunchy cookie crust all drizzled with caramel and chocolate.
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Cherry Dump Cake

A close-up of a cherry dump cake served on a white plate with two scoops of vanilla ice cream. The cake is topped with a crumbly golden crust and shows vibrant red cherry filling. A baking dish with a partially served portion is in the background on a striped cloth.
Cherry Dump Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

As delicious as it is easy to make, this Cherry Dump Cake is made with cherry pie filling, cream cheese, and a box of yellow cake mix.
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Classic Banana Split Cake Recipe

A slice of dessert is served on a plate, featuring a layered crumb crust, creamy filling, diced strawberries, nuts, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a cherry on top. Colorful sprinkles decorate the plate, and another slice is visible in the background.
Classic Banana Split Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

No Bake Banana Split Cake has layers of sweet buttery crust, creamy filling, juicy fruit, and classic sundae toppings made in an easy 9×13 pan.
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Delicious Tiramisu Cake

A slice of creamy tiramisu on a white plate, dusted with cocoa powder. A silver fork is placed on top, and a beige cloth napkin is in the background.
Delicious Tiramisu Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

No- Bake Tiramisu Cake has delicate coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and sweet creamy mascarpone mixture to creates an amazing upscale dessert.
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Cake Brownies Recipe

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Cake Brownies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Chocolate lovers’ homemade Moist Cake Brownies are perfectly moist cake-like brownies loaded with dark chocolate flavor.
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Quick and Easy Chocolate Protein Mug Cake

A mug filled with a rich, gooey chocolate mug cake topped with several melted chocolate chips. There is a pink checkered cloth partially visible beside the mug.
Quick and Easy Chocolate Protein Mug Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Enjoy a guilt-free, protein-packed dessert ready in just 5 minutes! This chocolate protein mug cake is the perfect quick and healthy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Lemon Bundt Cake With Lemon Glaze Recipe

A bundt cake topped with thick, white icing drizzled in stripes. Lemons and a bowl of frosting are in the background on a light-colored surface.
Lemon Bundt Cake With Lemon Glaze Recipe. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

Lemon Bundt Cake made with fresh lemon juice, zest, and topped with a simple lemon glaze and a creamy lemon cream cheese frosting.
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Delicious Coconut Cake With Lemon Curd Filling

A close-up of a coconut cake with creamy white frosting and toasted coconut flakes, with a slice being removed. In the background, a small plate holds lemon slices and forks.
Delicious Coconut Cake With Lemon Curd Filling. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

Delicious coconut cake with lemon curd filling and cream cheese frosting. A perfect balance of sweetness and tartness for your next special occasion.
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Fluffy Red Velvet Layer Cake

A sliced red velvet cake with white cream cheese frosting on a plate. The cake has visible red layers and is garnished with red crumbs on top. A slice is separated from the main cake, showcasing the interior.
Fluffy Red Velvet Layer Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

Fluffy red velvet cake with a hint of cocoa, buttermilk tang, and rich white chocolate cream cheese frosting.
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Creamy Strawberry Cream Cake

A slice of layered vanilla cake filled and frosted with whipped cream and strawberries, topped with fresh whole strawberries, sits on a white plate with a gold fork.
Creamy Strawberry Cream Cake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This homemade Strawberry Cake recipe is the perfect creamy dessert! Light, refreshing, and sweet enough to satisfy any craving!
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Delicious Blackberry Pie With Double Crust

A freshly baked berry pie with a golden-brown lattice crust, set on a gray surface. Partial view of stacked white plates with a fork resting on top is visible in the background.
Delicious Blackberry Pie With Double Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Enjoy a delicious Blackberry Pie with a buttery crust and a sweet-tart filling. Perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy dessert.
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Peach Icebox Cake

A slice of creamy layered dessert topped with peach slices on a white plate, with a fork beside it. The dessert appears to have fluffy layers and visible chunks of peaches inside.
Peach Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Peach Icebox Cake has layers of fresh peaches, a whipped cream mixture, and graham crackers for the ultimate no-bake summer dessert!
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Strawberry Mousse Cake Recipe

Strawberry Mousse Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This 2-layer strawberry mousse cake combines moist vanilla cake with a luscious strawberry mousse for a burst of strawberry in every bite.
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Hummingbird Cake

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Hummingbird Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cream cheese-frosted hummingbird cake is a simple and incredibly moist cake that uses pineapple and bananas for a tropical twist.
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Creamy Blackberry Jam Cake

A round cake with creamy white frosting and visible berry pieces, topped with fresh blackberries. A slice is partially removed, revealing light brown cake layers and a thin layer of filling inside.
Creamy Blackberry Jam Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Blackberry Jam Cake is made with spiced cake layers, a blackberry jam filling, and a creamy blackberry cream cheese frosting.
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Strawberry Jam Cake Recipe

Strawberry Jam Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Loaded with fresh strawberry sauce and a cream cheese whipped topping, this updated Strawberry Poke Cake will be your new go-to dessert.
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Moist Confetti Cake Recipe

A close-up of a sliced, three-layer funfetti cake with white frosting and colorful sprinkles on top and between the layers. One slice is slightly lifted from the cake, revealing the sprinkles inside.
Moist Confetti Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Confetti Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is a step above the boxed version, offering a richer, more delicious, and nostalgic treat.
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41 No-Oven Recipes to Beat the July Heat

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41 No-Oven Recipes to Beat the July Heat. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

When the summer sun is blazing, the last thing you want is to crank up the oven. These 41 no-oven recipes are just what you need to keep cool and still eat well all July long. From light and fruity chicken salad with grapes and zesty cucumber tuna salad to creamy no-bake desserts and slow cooker comfort meals, this collection is packed with refreshing, easy ideas. You’ll find fresh fruit salads, crisp slaws, and crowd-pleasing crockpot favorites like Tuscan chicken—all with minimal effort and zero oven time. Stay cool, skip the heat, and dig into recipes made for sunny days and laid-back nights. Get All The Recipes: 41 No-Oven Recipes to Beat the July Heat