25 Father's Day Cake Ideas for a Sweet Sunday Celebration
Go ahead, serve Dad an extra large slice.
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Father's Day is all about showing Dad how much you care, which is why a meaningful Father's Day message is such a good idea. But there's another way to surprise your favorite guy with something special—and that's by baking one of these show-stopping Father's Day cakes. No matter how you plan to celebrate Father's Day this year, there's something for everyone on this list.
Think about it: You can have a big Father's Day cookout followed by an decadent Oreo cheesecake or fruit-forward berry chantilly cake that's way better than the one from the store. Or, if you're anything like the Drummond family, you might celebrate Dad with a steak dinner and Ladd's favorite chocolate sheet cake. There are even ice cream cake recipes if the weather that Sunday turns out to be hot!
Taking a trip to the beach or park? Try one of the Father's Day cake recipes made and served right in the pan to transport and serve them easily. Simply want to put the finishing touch on your Father's Day dinner menu? You can't go wrong with the retro Coca-Cola cake, lemon-blueberry cake, or one of the easy homemade Bundt cakes ahead. Just remember: If you're on the hunt for the perfect Father's Day gift, give him the gift of cake and he's sure to be a happy man. He'll be so impressed, he'll want a second slice!
Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake
Sweet blueberries and zesty lemon make such a perfect pair on a warm June day. If Dad is a fan of fruit, this easy sheet cake will feed a crowd and makes sure he gets a second slice.
Get Ree's Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake recipe.
Marble Cake
Why choose between chocolate and vanilla when you can get both in one bite? Marble cakes are so fun to swirl and even better to eat, especially with a tangy-sweet glaze on top.
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Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
This dessert looks impressive, but it only requires four ingredients: ice cream, cookies, frozen whipped topping, and ice cream sandwiches! They're all easily assembled into a minty layer cake.
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Berry Chantilly Cake
So many bountiful berries, so little time to fully enjoy the season... that is unless you bake this cake! The fluffy mascarpone whipped cream really makes it a stunner.
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Oreo Cheesecake
If Dad is one of those over-the-top dessert lovers, then really impress him with this epic and delicious cheesecake. It calls for 60 Oreos in total!
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Strawberry Poke Cake
Don't let the pink color fool you—even a cowboy will love this sweet strawberry cake! It's easy as can be to make, too, thanks to boxed cake mix and strawberry gelatin.
Get Ree's Strawberry Poke Cake recipe.
Peach-Plum Upside-Down Cake
Seasonal stone fruits are the star of this upside-down cake. The sweetness from the peaches and plums pair perfectly with the almond cake base. Serve warm or at room temp!
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Oreo Icebox Cake
If your dad is a cookie lover, he'll go crazy for this Oreo icebox cake! It has all that cookies and cream flavor he'll know and love, plus the addition of fresh raspberries for a summery twist.
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Strawberry and Cream Sheet Cake
Take full advantage of peak strawberry season by making this easy sheet cake. There are berries in the batter and on top for double the flavor.
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Chocolate Bundt Cake
Give Dad the gift of chocolate with this big bundt cake made with both bittersweet chocolate and cocoa powder, plus a thick layer of chocolate glaze drizzled over the top! You can use any sprinkles you like best.
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Lemon Raspberry Cake
A pink cake might not be the first thing you think of for Father's Day, but who are you kidding? Everyone loves the combination of tart lemon and sweet berries. So, go ahead and make this cake, pink frosting and all.
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Ice Cream Icebox Cake
There's no need to turn on the oven for this icebox cake! It's made with layers of lemon curd-swirled ice cream, blackberry preserves, and crushed gingersnaps. The hardest part will be waiting for it to set before you slice off a piece!
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Key Lime Cheesecake
Key lime pie meets decadent cheesecake in this fun new dessert. The tangy cream cheese filling and zippy key lime zest make it perfect for summertime.
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Blackberry Cobbler Cake
It's not quite a pound cake and not quite a cobbler, but it's sure dang delicious. The crunchy, sugar-coated topping and juicy berries will have you going back for another slice.
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Tiramisu Cake
Coffee-loving dads will appreciate this twist on the classic tiramisu dessert. It's a show-stopping cake with espresso-soaked layers and whipped mascarpone cream.
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Cherry Dump Cake
It doesn't get easier than a dump cake. This one is made with cherry pie filling and boxed yellow cake mix so it comes together pretty quickly. Just wait until it comes out bubbling hot!
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Blueberry Cheesecake
The start of blueberry season will get you excited to make this seasonal cheesecake. It's loaded with fresh blueberries and even topped with a blueberry compote.
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Strawberry Icebox Cake
Make this cake in advance so you can spend all day hanging out with Dad. It's best to make it four hours ahead so the graham crackers can soften, but overnight is ideal.
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Coca-Cola Cake
Coca-Cola is the surprising ingredient in this chocolate cake that makes it light, moist, and sweet. Plus, it's fun to serve if Dad is a fan of soda or pop!
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Piña Colada Cake
Whether or not your dad is a fan of the classic '70s song, this cake is fun for any summer celebration. It's a tropical combination of combination of sweet pineapple and cooling coconut.
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