There are a few faces that the entire family expects to see on Easter Sunday – and that includes this cute-as-can-be lamb. The cake, which is similar to the classic pound, is easy for a novice baker to whip up. The dessert does require a special pan so make sure to order ahead.

We know we say all of our recipes are the best, but this recipe is truly beloved for a reason. Don’t believe us? Trust the 75+ 5-star reviews that prove this cake is a must-make. One reader says: “Best Carrot Cake ever!! I have been making this to rave reviews since the recipe appeared in the Southern Living 1981 Annual Recipes cook book.”

While we can expect to see the classic desserts on Easter Sunday, Grandma always like to surprise the holiday guests with something new. Enter the cake that really is “heavenly” thanks to the honey that sweetens every bite. One reader said: “I loved the having the honey flavor in both the cake and icing! The mascarpone icing was light, but delicious. Very rich cake. Want it again for my birthday.”

If you’re looking for a dessert that will truly wow, this cake is the one for you. One reader says, “Best looking cake I have ever made.” And it’s flavor is just as delightful: light, fluffy, and filled with the incredible lemon and coconut combination. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch.

Grandma loves to have something fruity on the dessert buffet, and strawberry is the prime pick for spring celebrations. This cake is not only pretty in pink, but it’s filled with sweet taste of strawberry in every bite.

Break out the classics for the holiday festivities. No one would ever guess that this cake starts with boxed cake mix and is super moist, tender, and delicious.

It would not be a proper Southern celebration without chocolate on the dessert table. This decadent classic cake has a secret pantry ingredient that helps make this layered delight extra moist.

No matter how many new desserts you bring into the holiday rotation, everyone will be waiting for a slice of this showstopper. This layered beauty is moist, tender, and made with canned pineapples, bananas, and walnuts. The cream cheese frosting is the best finishing touch.

An impressive dessert is always part of Grandma’s holiday plan. This showstopper is made with buttermilk, flaked coconut, and a nutty cream cheese frosting. Our cake has dozens of 5-star reviews proving it’s as delicious as it is beautiful. One reader said: “As far as Italian cream cakes go, this by far is better than anyone I have ever eaten.”

Invite the grandkids over to help make this simply adorable dessert. For many of us, it would not be Easter without the tradition of the Bunny Cake, and this recipe is a fun for the whole family to help bake and decorate.