When it comes to Mother’s Day we’re all about grand gestures, like a special dinner or a handmade dessert. That’s why we love the idea of baking Mom a cake for her big day. Sure, it will take a little bit of planning to bake and decorate — but it's one dessert that’s guaranteed to show Mom just how much you care. Luckily, we’ve got lots of great ideas to help you find something that’s just right, starting with this copycat Chantilly cake. It's inspired by the Berry Chantilly Cake from Whole Foods Market that has a cult following—fans have been known to wait in line to buy it! Our recipe is deliciously easy, so bakers of all skill levels can whip one layers of ultra-tender white cake and light-as-can-be frosting for a special Mother's Day treat.

If you're looking for something that will wow Mom (that's also easy to pull off) this is the recipe for you. A simple, citrusy sheet cake is topped with fresh fruit and herbs for a floral finish that is guaranteed to add a ray of sunshine to her day.

Treat Mom like royalty with this classic Swedish cake. It's elegant and delicious with a pillowy, creamy interior. Recipes for the cake vary, but most bakers agree on layers of tender sponge cake, raspberry jam, pastry cream and a generous dome of whipped cream. Everything is covered in sweet marzipan, usually tinted green, with a pink rose on top for a charming finish.

Every Mom is sure to adore Molly’s foolproof carrot cake. She makes it special by using hawaij, a cardamom-forward Yemeni spice blend in both the cake and the frosting. If you can’t find it at your grocery store this recipe will walk you through the steps to make your own at home, using spices from the pantry.