9 "Naked" Cakes That Take Everyone's Favorite Dessert to the Next Level

You might never want to cover a cake in frosting again.

By Amanda RettkePublished: Feb 18, 2015

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You might never want to cover a cake in frosting again. This article originally appeared on Countryliving.com.

Blueberry Lemon Zucchini Cake

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Naked cakes recently became trendy when bakers realized that the real beauty of a cake was in the ingredients themselves. This sweet recipe, for instance, highlights nature's beauty—no bells and whistles necessary. Get the receipe at I Am Baker.

Red Velvet Strawberry Shortcake

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Using box mix helps make this stunning layer cake a fast and easy treat. Get the recipe at I Am Baker. RELATED: 10 Mind-Blowing Brownie Recipes for When You're Craving Something Sweet

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Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Layer Cake

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Any cookie lover will go absolutely bananas over this decadent, three-layer cake filled with vanilla buttercream. Get the recipe at Life, Love & Sugar.

Black Tea Velvet Cake

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Tea adds color and a subtle flavor in this beautiful naked cake. Get the recipe at Mbakes. RELATED: 54 Homemade Cake Recipes You Need in Your Life

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Strawberries and Cream Cake

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This made-from-scratch cake is packed with strawberry flavor, making it the perfect addition to a summer party. Get the recipe at The Kitchen McCabe.

Caramel Apple Layer Cake

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Brown sugar cake soaked with caramel sauce in cinnamon apples? We can't think of anything better! Get the recipe at Life, Love & Sugar. RELATED: 20 Mouthwatering Cheesekcake Recipes Based on Other Classic Desserts

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Mini Ombre Cake with Sprinkles

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This cake might be mini in size maybe, but it's packed with flavor. Get the recipe at Raspberri Cupcakes.

Chocolate Chip Cake

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We have one word to describe this chocolate chip buttermilk cake soaked with passion fruit puree and topped with passion fruit curd, chocolate crumbs, and coffee buttercream: epic. Get the recipe at Hummingbird High.

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Skinny Chocolate Fruit Naked Cake

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The only thing better than chocolate-covered fruit is chocolate-covered fruit in cake form. Get the recipe at I Am Baker. Amanda Rettke is the founder of the popular blog, i am baker. She began her food blogging career in 2010 with the introduction of her first "surprise inside" cake, and has since been featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Country Living, People and Parade. She is also a regular contributor to Food Network and HuffPost Food online, and has been featured on the Martha Stewart Show and MarthaStewart.com. She lives with her husband and five children near Minneapolis, Minnesota.

From: Country Living US

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