One might debate that cake ranks rather high when it comes to the best things in life. And better are cakes that are made right at home. In fact, the mere thought of a large piece of chocolate cake with fudge frosting smeared in imperfect swirls on top, or a fluffy white confection layered with gobs of creamy icing, are enough to make just about anybody's mouth water. There are several reasons why homemade cake is, in most cases, considered better than those that are store bought.