Dried fruit is the secret to moist low-fat baked goods. These cupcakes have such a rich, chocolaty flavor, you would never know there were dates in the batter if you hadn't baked them yourself.
The original recipe calls for small plums that sink into the batter, but you'll get the same effect with apples or berries.
Author: Claire Saffitz
Gem Cakes are mini sour cream cakes dressed up in colorful glaze. Thanks to the addition of sweet rice flour and sour cream, they have a uniquely plush texture.
Author: Joy Cho
Whole wheat flour and miso make this crumb cake a little sweet, a little savory, and entirely delicious.
Author: Chris Morocco
This impressive, summery, thyme-scented layer cake is easier to pull off than it looks. The genoise-style sponge cake is made with melted butter for a more tender, flavorful base.
Author: Anna Stockwell
Raw cacao powder, more nutrient dense than common cocoa powder, makes this gluten-free chocolate cake a somewhat healthy dessert option.
Author: Donna Hay