To keep your chocolate pound cake fresher longer, cut the cake slices from the center of the loaf. Place the two cut ends together, wrap in waxed paper first and then in aluminum foil before storing. cake ...

You can save money by preparing your own baking mix. For each cup of mix, combine 3/4 cup flour, 11/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 21/2 tablespoons shortening. cake ...

Don't throw out your morning coffee. Put it to good use in the delicious frosting for this chocolate layer cake. If you don't have any coffee already made, whip up some instant coffee instead. birt ...

Confectioners' sugar, also called 10X or powdered sugar, is less expensive when purchased in large-size plastic bags. Keep the leftovers sealed tightly in the cupboard. bananas ...

Springform pans can be a costly addition to your set of bakeware. Use a straight-sided cake pan instead. Invert the cooled cheesecake onto a sugared plate, then invert again onto the serving plate. berries ...

Here is a perfect opportunity to use those end-of-the-package cookie crumbs. Collect the crumbs in a resealable plastic bag, then store in the freezer to have on hand to make this cookie crumb crust. cake ...

Raspberry jam typically costs far more than other fruit jams. Save money by using strawberry or cherry jam in this recipe. The torte will taste like a chocolate-dipped strawberry. berries ...

We loved this chocolaty snack cake, so moist and sweet from the chopped dates. It was one of our favorite after-school snacks with a tall glass of milk! cake ch ...

Instead of purchasing premixed apple pie spice, you can save money by using spices you already have on hand. Simply combine 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon with 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg. cake ...

To save the expense of purchased almond paste, make your own. Combine 1 cup blanched almonds, 1 tablespoon corn syrup and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract in a food processor. Process until a paste forms. cake ...

Leftover apricot nectar will make a sensational smoothie. Combine 1 ripe banana, up to 1 cup nectar, 1/2 cup yogurt, 2 tablespoons honey and 4 ice cubes in a blender container. Process until smooth. cake ...

You can save a pretty penny by substituting a 16-ounce container of thawed whipped topping for the whipping cream and confectioners' sugar. Buy a low-fat brand and save calories, too. berries ...