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the best vanilla cupcakes recipe

March 1, 2026 · In: Cupcakes, Featured, Recipes

The Perfect Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Originally published in 2018, this vanilla cupcake recipe has become my go-to (and many of yours)! I recently updated the photos to showcase how beautifully moist and fluffy they are….

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oreo cookies and cream cake

July 27, 2025 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes

Oreo Layer Cake Recipe

I absolutely LOVE Oreo cookies, so I made sure this cake has the best Oreo flavor in every way. It starts with layers of soft and moist black velvet cake…

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February 17, 2022 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes

Finally. The Perfect Vanilla Cake Recipe.

This is my favorite from-scratch vanilla cake recipe that was created after TONS of recipe testing in search of the perfect vanilla cake – one that has the light and…

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peppermint hot cocoa cake

December 22, 2021 · In: Cake, Featured, Holiday, Recipes, Seasonal, Winter

Peppermint Hot Cocoa Cake Recipe

Hot cocoa is such a cozy drink on it’s own, but when you add peppermint, it basically becomes a cup of Holiday cheer! Now, imagine those flavors in cake form:…

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german chocolate cake recipe by sugar and sparrow

October 6, 2021 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes

German Chocolate Cake Recipe

German Chocolate Cake always reminds me of my Oma. She was full German, so I grew up thinking that this was one of her “cakes from the old country,” but…

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chocolate peanut butter cake recipe by sugar and sparrow

November 5, 2020 · In: Cake, Recipes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe

Some say that peanut butter and jelly are the perfect match for each other, but I say peanut butter and chocolate are even better. It’s the best blend of salty…

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almond joy cake recipe by sugar and sparrow

October 28, 2020 · In: Cake, Recipes, Seasonal, Winter

Almond Joy Cake Recipe

If there are fun-sized Almond Joys anywhere in my general proximity, I will eat them. All of them. I just love the flavor combination of sweet coconut, milk chocolate, and…

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sugar and sparrow coffee layer cake

August 17, 2020 · In: Cake, Fall, Featured, Recipes, Seasonal, Winter

Coffee Layer Cake With Vanilla Espresso Buttercream

If you’re reading this, chances are you love coffee as much as I do (or you’re here for a coffee loving friend). I don’t know about your city’s coffee situation,…

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pretzel nutella cake recipe

February 28, 2020 · In: Cake, Featured, Recipes

Sweet & Salty Pretzel Nutella Cake Recipe

Have you ever tried dipping pretzels in Nutella? My, oh my. If you have, you know that it’s sweet and salty heaven. These two flavors belong together, and I love…

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S’MORES ICEBOX CAKE 🔥 Every bit as gooey and decad S’MORES ICEBOX CAKE 🔥 Every bit as gooey and decadent as it seems and I am blown away at how EASY this recipe is! It’s layers of graham crackers, chocolate ganache, and homemade marshmallow creme, piled high in a loaf pan and refrigerated overnight. The graham crackers soften into a cake-like texture and transform this dessert into the easiest s’mores cake ever.  
 
Recipe linked in my bio and at https://sugarandsparrow.com/smores-icebox-cake/
 
#smorescake #iceboxcake #nobake #smores #cakedecorating
WHIPPED MASCARPONE FROSTING ✨silky smooth, delicio WHIPPED MASCARPONE FROSTING ✨silky smooth, deliciously light, and the perfect consistency for cake decorating (including filling layer cakes + piping)! Imagine a whipped cream frosting with notes of rich mascarpone cheese and that’s what this frosting tastes like. It’s a DREAM on my orange poppyseed cake and I can’t stop thinking of other Spring/Summer cake flavors I want to try it with! 

Full recipe with cake pairing suggestions at https://sugarandsparrow.com/whipped-mascarpone-frosting/ 

INGREDIENTS:
1 Cup (8oz, 227g) mascarpone cheese, cold
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/8 tsp salt
1 Cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
2 Cups (240g) powdered sugar

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. With the whisk attachment on a stand mixer (or hand mixer with a large bowl), beat the mascarpone, vanilla, and salt together at medium speed until creamy, 1-2 min
2. Turn the mixer to low and add the heavy whipping cream slowly, then turn the mixer to medium speed and beat until soft peaks form, which could take less than 1 min (keep an eye on it!). You should be able to dip a spatula into the mixture and see a peak that slightly droops when held upright. 
3. Add the powdered sugar all at once and mix on low speed until incorporated, then turn the mixer to medium speed and whip for about 30 seconds longer, until the frosting is thick and silky. Use right away or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

#mascarpone #mascarponecream #whippedcreamfrosting #whippedcreamcake #cakedecorating
BERRY CHANTILLY CAKE 🍓🫐fully inspired by the iconi BERRY CHANTILLY CAKE 🍓🫐fully inspired by the iconic Whole Foods Chantilly cake (iykyk 🙌🏼) and every bit as delicious! My homemade version is layers of extra soft and fluffy vanilla cake, berry jam, Chantilly cream frosting with rich notes of mascarpone and a hint of almond, and fresh berries throughout. It’s the idealideal berries and cream cake and ALWAYS a hit!! 
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Full recipe is linked in my bio (or at https://sugarandsparrow.com/berry-chantilly-cake-recipe/)

PS: I also have a sheet cake version of this recipe! Google “sugar and sparrow berry Chantilly sheet cake” to find it! 

#chantillycake #whippedcreamcake #berrycake #cakedecorating #vanillacake
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SHEET CAKE 🍓aka classic straw STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SHEET CAKE 🍓aka classic strawberry shortcake toppings on a fluffy vanilla sheet cake and ideal for a crowd! It’s my favorite bakery-style white cake that’s so soft and moist, topped with silky whipped cream cheese frosting and thick homemade strawberry sauce. So easy to throw together with simple ingredients + a total showstopper ✨

Grab the recipe link in my bio or find it at https://sugarandsparrow.com/strawberry-shortcake-sheet-cake/ 

#strawberrycake #strawberryshortcake #sheetcake #whippedcreamfrosting #cakedecorating
ORANGE POPPYSEED CAKE 🍊this cake is unbelievably d ORANGE POPPYSEED CAKE 🍊this cake is unbelievably delicious with whipped mascarpone frosting!! The cake layers are soft and moist, packed with fresh citrus flavor, and has the satisfying crunch of poppy seeds in every bite. The mascarpone frosting keeps it light and refreshing and I love that it comes together in just about 5 minutes with minimal effort. A fancy cake that’s secretly simple!

Grab the recipe link in my bio or find it at https://sugarandsparrow.com/orange-poppyseed-cake-with-mascarpone-frosting/

#poppyseedcake #layercake #mascarpone #whippedcreamfrosting #cakedecorating

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