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Spring party season is the perfect excuse to whip up one—or more—of these sweet treats. Whether you're planning a baby shower, celebrating Mother's Day, or simply toasting to the season, these versatile spring cakes make the most of all your favorite seasonal flavors.
From strawberries to blueberries, from bright citrus to perfume-packed florals, these stunning bakes are sure to impress any spring party crowd. For a truly Southern take on spring, enjoy a recipe inspired by our favorite warm-weather beverages, like Sweet Tea Bundt Cake or Strawberry-Lemonade Cake. Few aromas say spring quite like coconut, and you can find it here too, in a recipe that infuses coconut in a classic Southern pound cake or a Coconut-Carrot Cake meant for a crowd. If you prefer a bite-size spring cake, bake the Heavenly Angel Food Cake, or slice into the Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes. Spring is the season when flowers bud, and these cake recipes capture the sweetness of the new season.
Chocolate-Strawberry Cake
![Chocolate Strawberry Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/gMwyAt4U139Uq43VztrLJsYAORI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/chocolate_strawberrycake_032-s-2000-dcf0341d95ff484ebcd750bf49bb9538.jpg)
Three layers of chocolate-strawberry decadence? Sign us up.
White Cake with Berry-Swiss Meringue Buttercream Frosting
![White Cake with Berry-Swiss Meringue Buttercream Frosting](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/NzwGnUTOMPSezEeofCpxaiJdQHA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2641101_White_Cake_with_Berry_252-2000-1084e11b2f394875909e8e454aa9d6f0-4273aa5f88bd4aa6a55df2f604166cb1.jpg)
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This stunner starts with a boxed cake mix so that you can spend more time frosting the outside into a beautiful blooming rose.
Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes
![Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/VFIo4ZKn1m-vIz5jlfW4UMo0qFk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Cakes_05_229-2000-96b5eaf2126c47f39d26b9bbd10d483d.jpg)
These petite blueberry cheesecakes are the ideal treat for an afternoon garden party or a spring baby shower.
Strawberry Patch Cake
![Southern Living Strawberry Patch Cake sliced on plates to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/emcsns4kPShh23jSRvE2BOD0UAg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living_27201_EasterSheetCakes_0079-2e125f1c3daf4495a379065c11b2cf21.jpg)
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We think this cake might be the cutest thing you bake all spring! It uses both fresh and freeze-dried strawberries to maximize the berry flavor.
Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake
![Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/vPuGRU7rpxGxNmx7crdB9Z3jG0o=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/DonutCake_024-S-2000-376bcf14496847c9b0f35786e59c55fb.jpg)
This mash-up of two of our favorite sweets—cake and glazed donuts—will be beloved by kids and adults alike.
Creamy Peach Icebox Cake
![Creamy Peach Icebox Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/T1GVLXotoXoEzZqmlLcxyteFoKE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2605501_saveroom_icebox_cake_400_0_0-96c5891bbcfb437cafda8a6dffe35cbc.jpg)
Pound cake, peach preserves, and vanilla ice cream come together to create the ultimate refreshing treat.
Strawberry-Lemonade Cake
![Strawberry-Lemonade Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/LY3KZWPgb8Zy8QQ-_o_cYtuq3qE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/strawberry_lemonade_cake_0_0_0-1bc7f99a03d64f2f9997c9692228ee05.jpg)
Pair your cool glass of strawberry lemonade with a slice of this stunning quadruple-layer cake.
Lemon-Orange Chiffon Cake
![Banana Pudding Cheesecake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/53skp2ICYra2ycjFryevKBblBkQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2040401_mezza044_5-494bc131d0204e128896d5dcb3c36110.jpg)
Serve this decadent spring dessert at your next ladies' luncheon and wow the crowd with edible flowers.
Strawberry Icebox Cake
![Strawberry Icebox Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/4R5DYXTE3oF_nVlas94hcnysBAg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/strawberryiceboxcake_189-s-2000-7bbbbc2ff93741ebb5658ef3a3ec45c9.jpg)
With only 5 ingredients, including chocolate wafer cookies and strawberry jam, this no-bake icebox cake couldn't get any easier.
Heavenly Angel Food Cake
![Heavenly Angel Food Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/uhv5j1TMDIKdSZGLDaZs2BCKLi8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_5ed56314757154a3_spcms_0-baab5804a858401887d615d6a976b4c5.jpg)
The rich, moist texture of this divine angel food cake is unlike any other. Made from scratch in minutes, it's baked in a 13- x 9-inch pan and spread with frosting that's a lemon lover's dream.
Strawberries-and-Cream Sheet Cake
![Strawberries-and-Cream Sheet Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/z9UWX8Ru9k7SKebfLeHKbCYLa8I=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2280801_straw14777_0-d2b666a1ceda485d868703486292df38.jpg)
Trust us: This simple and swoon-worthy sheet cake will be a keeper in your recipe box. File it under "Springtime Crowd-pleaser."
Sweet Tea-and-Lemonade Cake
![Sweet Tea-and-Lemonade Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/GvhbJdFqHBTPgeRwP3CgivmH5Vw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2301002_saver4618-e2d132887a2f46e1a950441498f3c9d8.jpg)
Feeling rowdy? Spin this into a tipsy cake by substituting up to 2 Tbsp. vodka or bourbon for the lemon juice in the frosting.
Luscious Lemon Cake
![Luscious Lemon Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/if-vUbZFntrNie5At_4tl2zHV24=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_37f02eeacb02c34e_spcms-70513e1a37ce46fda9eb25080bc809aa.jpg)
Create an impressive stack of zesty lemon layers that's perfect for any casual gathering. Or frost the entire cake for a more elegant presentation.
Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake
![Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/AfShQm-77ogg2ufUcWgQwBxo6TA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_1b45418484a66f98_spcms-3f72a0c61f2b4c939ac774fba1cd3284.jpg)
There are a few things to note about this recipe before you start baking. First, the cream cheese is added after beating the butter and sugar. And, yes, you read the cooking instructions correctly—the cake bakes at a slightly higher temperature than usual.
Hummingbird Cake
![Hummingbird Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/QGCu1TkuO2a_fFsjy2Eos_Q2_DM=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2541102_South_0248_0_1_1_1_0_0-ff3417ca1648464dbaf692e4eebaf93e.jpg)
A crown of pecan halves completes this beautiful, nutty, oh-so-classic layer cake.
Strawberry Dream Cake
![Strawberry Dream Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/rOkvEEgtlut-G-xteUfxK5lxN5M=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/strawberry-dream-cake-greg_dupree-6237787c5e104f3c9a19a1fb2733f178.jpg)
You'll fall in love with this too-good-to-be-true strawberry cake. Fluffy whipped frosting made with marscapone cheese, sugar, whipping cream, and vanilla and almond extracts is the perfect finishing touch. We love the presentation of cake slices with upright strawberries between the layers. When it comes down to the details, this sweet confection takes the cake.
Chocolate-Zucchini Cake
![Chocolate-Zucchini Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/gPEfCJx_qMO4RK8rTk20gc0mTGA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2584701_veget_zucchini_choc_cake_133_0_0_1_0_0-af99bfa26b1a4e6f816246d643ab463e.jpg)
Spiked with an intense hit of chocolate, this is definitely not your garden-variety zucchini cake.
Yellow Squash Bundt Cake
![Yellow Squash Bundt Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/lrVq6RxsD_cj7OQJrf93rmqQg58=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2584701_veget_bundt_cake_hero_211_0-1-1418c55bc0f644f5adc7fd44a9dec5a4.jpg)
Have some extra squash from your spring farmers' market haul? Throw it in your Bundt!
Sweet Tea Bundt Cake
![Sweet Tea Bundt Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/2E1VTJipwYSagCSmFCL5qTMv-v8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/sweet_tea_bundt_cake_0_0-1-48b9f4fde8d246219955a024a197cb36.jpg)
The start of sweet tea-sipping season calls for celebration, and we can't think of a better way to toast to the spring than with this Sweet Tea Bundt Cake.
Coconut Pound Cake
![Coconut Pound Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/8JTlH2p_k6SpSA6pSFsb2zaBTWU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/pound_cake_162_0_2_0_0_0_0-ec51849e8b7844a0bc8572e0068fa4f1.jpg)
Looking for a way to shake up your classic pound cake recipe? Just add coconut.
Coconut-Carrot Cake with Coconut Buttercream
![Coconut-Carrot Cake with Coconut Buttercream](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/IRkRW87yqPFLyaqDtEWvsPURg8k=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2536101_easte_0525_0_0_0_0_0-1-92e88c36a4e844f3b858658a36d18662.jpg)
This coconut-carrot sheet cake serves a crowd, making it the perfect choice for any spring soirees.
Lemon Raspberry Cake
![Lemon Raspberry Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/McgRAtujcjDij3bShDCtukkSn_E=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/lemonraspberrycake_035-s-2000-3085c30e95a845909339c7c1a9c68750.jpg)
A thick layer of raspberry-whipped cream frosting completes this fruity, seasonal stunner.
Pineapple-Ginger Upside-Down Cake
![Pineapple-Ginger Upside-Down Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/FbFTTodkJK3NCdC7-fFukifEEZo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2626601_srpin_upside_down_cake_046-2000-73ae197f0da9461cbf44e09cd50ed759.jpg)
A hit of fresh ginger complements caramelized slices of pineapple to create this show-stopping take on an upside-down cake.
Old-Fashioned Pound Cake
![Old Fashioned Pound Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/7toUByTVo5WBcsmgtc9Ld0Tm3ZQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Old20Fashioned20Pound20Cake_0-2000-c48bcd06fc444f8ba2837f873a1ec21a.jpg)
Complemented with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, this decadent pound cake will always be a crowd favorite.
Mississippi Mud Cake
![Mississippi Mud Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/v_1duvy2f8nw5wxcbRcOvaNU6PQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/SL_Mississippi-Mud-Cake063_0_0-6b1231f855c64a378fe0f1ac59a7ba12.jpg)
Chocolate cake, mini marshmallows, chopped pecans, and homemade chocolate frosting produce a symphony of flavors in this classic sheet cake.
The Ultimate Carrot Cake
![Ultimate Carrot Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/eWiXTDlrHbEjkPF9JY8TVadlaYg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2363901_saver_0014_sdw-1-614d5da342de4e49b6ee163a4067ff58.jpg)
Our best-ever carrot cake includes pecans, warm spices, brown sugar-cream cheese frosting, and elegant candied carrot curls.
The Lane Cake
![The Lane Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/5hEQUH7kIDjGWMnXL07KVtAa9lA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2446401_South1979_0_1-d6cd77c1bbda48d3b6b794d012dd5742.jpg)
Topped with fresh flowers and swoops of pillowy peach schnapps meringue, this storied cake earns its spot on our springtime tables.
White Texas Sheet Cake
![White Texas Sheet Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/-3yk-pKY6YX6jQCBH5CvOtan9dE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/White20Texas20Sheet20Cake_0-2000-f090478c738c4c309fb3f48fa32700f2.jpg)
You've heard of the decadent, chocolatey Texas sheet cake, but have you met its blonde cousin? This vanilla-based cake may just be your new go-to.
Pineapple-Coconut Cake
![Pineapple Coconut Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/9eVeGTedmaUVs5AEewIzoiIYBZA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/pineapple-coconut_cake_0_0_0-97b53436f7ed426c81548cb378a2f902.jpg)
Pineapple and coconut bring a double-dose of tropical punch to this island-inspired layer cake.
Key Lime Pound Cake
![Key Lime Pound Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/txdAMHmd5Si1V9QBUHJ3HauCTxo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/key_lime_pound_cake_002_0-7ad8ec50db854432a6f0dcd1c09cf690.jpg)
Key limes pack more of a punch than your average lime, making them the perfect choice to ramp up the flavor in a classic pound cake.
Cinnamon Coffee Cake
![Cinnamon Coffee Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/pzC8lM1G_DVfBxUt5-dThhlMUJ0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/cinnamon_coffee_cake_150_0_0-1-bfca00c8e81241f5b9fc5a218c7aa97d.jpg)
Hosting a daytime soiree? This Cinnamon Coffee Cake is the only treat you'll need to please the crowd.
Strawberry Birthday Cake
![Strawberry Birthday Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/cShb1i0xBefHPFm7iwZx0k383G8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Strawberry20Birthday20Cake_0-2000-fe941c757fc244fb90e4404c737bbee8.jpg)
Spring party season isn't complete without at least one birthday celebration, and this fruity-fresh cake is sure to steal the show.
Lemon-Lime Pound Cake
![Lemon-Lime Pound Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/i-QuaNeiRDBFZh17WgvDqxQgu18=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2265001_wtcnf7606-f55b57df754d456e8718fdee7dcd37f9.jpg)
This recipe is based on a classic Southern favorite called 7UP Pound Cake, which was created in the 1950s when the soda company suggested using its soft drink instead of other liquid in pound cake recipes. The result: one of the best, and simplest, cakes you'll ever make.
Key Lime Icebox Cake
![Key Lime Icebox Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/GbHv2gFUscHN-uvxwpTF1Hqx11U=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2217301_saver0529_0-db4eca0c4f544988a09e23e92225e7a5.jpg)
Layers of tangy-sweet Key lime custard and graham crackers stack up to make one quick and easy layer cake with just enough pucker to take the heat off summer. Add the lime juice once you've fully cooked the custard to let the cornstarch thicken the mixture properly.
Angel Food Cake
![Angel Food Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/EGuN_wsRnMjsyhxA5JhHAv5McPg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/SL_Basic-Angel-Food-Cake134_0-705178074e5144c0be10caf69faced4a.jpg)
Light, fluffy, and topped with the fresh fruit of your choice, this Angel Food Cake is everything you've been dreaming of.