Making the Perfect Susana Cake from Scratch

If you've never tried a susana cake, you're seriously missing out on one of the best dessert experiences out there. It's one of those treats that manages to be incredibly rich and surprisingly light at the same time, which is probably why it has such a dedicated following. Whenever I see one sitting in a bakery display case, it's almost impossible to walk past it without thinking about a reason to celebrate. You don't really need a birthday or a special occasion for this, though; sometimes just making it through a long Tuesday is reason enough to whip up something sweet. ...

May 6, 2026 · 7 min · Spadaro Schnaid