12 Crazy-Good Brunch Cakes

By Jenn Segal

Brunch just got a whole lot sweeter! From beautiful Bundt cakes like classic pound cake and swirled marble cake to rich, decadent options like chocolate chip ricotta cake, this collection has something for everyone. Whether you’re hosting for the holidays or simply treating yourself, the toughest decision will be which one to bake first!

Pound Cake Recipe

Looking for the perfect pound cake? This is the one! Enjoy it on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries.
Crumb Cake

A super-generous crumb topping and genius pastry chef trick make this the best crumb cake ever.
Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake

Bursting with juicy blueberries and bright lemon flavor, this lemon blueberry pound cake is the perfect brunch treat or sweet pick-me-up any time of day.
Sour Cream Coffee Cake with Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl

From Zingerman’s Bakehouse, a rich and buttery sour cream coffee cake with a sublime cinnamon-nut swirl.
Blueberry Coffee Cake (aka Boy Bait)

This tender blueberry coffee cake topped with a crunchy cinnamon streusel is cleverly named for its habit-forming effect on boys.
Powdered Donut Cake

Heavy on the butter and nutmeg, this cake has all the flavors of your favorite cake donut in a convenient square shape.
Marble Cake

This marble cake may look fancy, but its flavor is pure old-fashioned goodness.
Apple Bread with Cinnamon Swirl

This delicious apple bread has a generous cinnamon swirl and a crisp, sugared top. It’s easy to make and the perfect cozy fall treat.
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

This lemon poppy seed cake is laced with fresh lemon zest, filled to the brim with nutty, crackly poppy seeds, and drizzled with a bright lemon glaze. It’s the perfect “company cake.”
Marbled Banana Bread

With a gorgeous ribbon of chocolate running through it, this marbled banana bread is as impressive as it is delicious.
Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake

Adapted from Melissa Weller, this chocolate chip ricotta cake has a rich flavor and an impossibly moist texture.
Lemon Pound Cake

This lemon pound cake is the ultimate dessert for lemon lovers.