When it comes to Mother’s Day we’re all about grand gestures, like 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 and yes, you’ll have to spend some time decorating it and making it look pretty—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 for the mom in your life, starting with 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.