Jazz up your favorite cake with a slathering of creamy, crunchy coconut pecan frosting. Plenty of cake recipes include a matching frosting, but you’d be surprised at how easy (and fun) it is to change ...

In a climate like the American South’s, you’d think people would want light, refreshing desserts -- sorbets, maybe. Actually, Southerners are crazy for cake. Crazy-kooky-nutsy, with frosting on it.

With sprinkles, ice cream, and layers of billowy frosting, these party-perfect recipes will make the day especially festive — just don't forget the candles. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and ...