These delicious confections are wonderful for gift-giving or adding to a holiday platter of cookies and candies. This Cherry and Pistachio Divinity recipe produces an old-fashioned candy many of us find synonymous with the holidays. The dried cherries and pistachios add festive colors for dressing up the treat.
...This Almond Toffee recipe starts with my 'go-to' toffee base and adds a toasted almond and bittersweet-chocolate topping. This is a stick-to-your-teeth treat you can't stop eating due to that tell-tale crackle and the burst of sweetness when you bite into it.
...A perfectly balanced Lemon Tart Recipe - not too tart and not too sweet. I use whole lemons, sans the seeds, in this recipe so the powerful flavor of the zest shines through in the tart. The recipe produces a classic lemon tart and does not require making a curd for the filling.
...This creamy peanut butter mousse recipe is perfect for filling pies, layering in parfaits, or simply enjoying by the spoonful! It takes just 15 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal dessert for those warm summer days when you’d rather not turn on the oven.
...Cookie bars are always great for summer gatherings, pot luck dinners and casual parties. They are easily portable and your guests can just eat them with their hands. This Oatmeal Date Bars recipe is two layers of a cookie crust sandwiched with a gooey layer of sweet dates.
...Welcome to my whipped cream cheese frosting recipe. If you’re a fan of cream cheese and prefer a frosting that’s not overly sweet, this is a must-try. With just four simple ingredients—cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla—you can easily create a light, fluffy frosting that's perfect for spreading and piping.
...This Caramel Mousse cake recipe makes the perfect light dessert. It’s made with a rich chocolate cake soaked in a sugar syrup, filled with a a creamy caramel mousse a topped with a chocolate glaze. Make this dessert the day before you want to serve it so it sets up properly.
...This recipe is a nostalgic nod to childhood, featuring creamy ice cream sandwiched between two tender chocolate cookies. Make a few batches and keep them in the freezer for the perfect summer treat!
...My homemade Cherry Pie recipe is bursting with fresh cherry flavor and baked in a golden, flaky crust. Follow a few simple steps so your pie is sliceable and and you don't wind up with a goopy mess. Even a novice baker will have success with this recipe. In just a few hours your family and friends will be enjoying this seasonal wonder!
...These easy pumpkin cheesecake bars are made with a luscious, spiced filling baked over a soft ginger cookie crust. This from-scratch recipe captures all the cozy flavors of the holidays, but who says you have to wait until the end of the year to indulge? Enjoy these delightful bars any time you crave a taste of festive warmth!
...Even a novice candy maker can create this nut brittle recipe. All you need is a well-watched candy thermometer and a few ingredients. This treat, being a much-loved holiday tradition, is always welcomed when your guests arrive with it as a gift.
...This Chocolate Coconut Bars recipe is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chocolate and coconut is a favorite, frequently requested by my customers. These bars are one of my go-to desserts—who can resist the soft cookie base paired with the gooey, chocolaty coconut topping?
...Have you ever eaten a Ferrero Rocher? If so, you know the combination of toasted hazelnuts and chocolate is a crowd-pleaser. This Hazelnut Filled Cupcake recipe contains those complementary ingredients and throws in a bit of caramel sauce for added gooeyness!
...This fudge icing recipe produces an ultra-rich and silky-smooth result. It is versatile enough for piping and spreading on cakes and cupcakes. The recipe only takes a few minutes to make and about an hour for it to cool down to the consistency needed for adorning your creations.
...Strawberry Panna Cotta! Ever want to make a homemade dessert but dread turning on the oven in the heat? Panna Cotta is the perfect solution—no oven needed for this refreshing treat. All you need is your stovetop, cream, gelatin, sugar, fresh berries, vanilla, and a few hours for it to set. Enjoy this cool and creamy dessert without breaking a sweat!
...Your family and friends are sure to be delighted by individual servings of apples, walnut frangipane, and puff pastry, all beautifully presented in mini cast-iron skillets. This recipe is easy to make at home and can be assembled ahead of time, allowing you to serve it fresh from the oven.
...An Old-Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake consisting of a flaky biscuit, sweetened whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Such a simple recipe which produces those classic shortcakes your grandmother may have served!
...These Almond Orange Cupcakes with a rich fudge topping are a delightful surprise. The combination of chocolate and orange creates an unforgettable pairing, where the creamy richness of chocolate beautifully contrasts with the bright, zesty acidity of orange. Topped with a sprinkle of toasted almonds for a satisfying crunch, these cupcakes are a treat that’s sure to amaze your taste buds.
...This Apple Walnut Frangipane tart is almost as stunning as it is delicious! It contains the complementary flavors of apples and walnuts - with the walnuts starring in the frangipane base. What is frangipane? Most commonly it is a baked pastry cream made with finely ground almonds, eggs, butter and various flavorings. If you have ever had a Bakewell tart - you have had frangipane. This recipe replaces the almonds with walnuts since they are the perfect pairing with apples.
...This recipe for individual chocolate soufflés will impress everyone at your next dinner! You can make the batter the day before, so you have more time to hang out with your friends and family. When you're ready, just pop them in the oven for 10 minutes, and you'll have a warm, delicious dessert fresh from the oven!
Another plus is these soufflés are naturally gluten-free so no need to worry about gluten allergies.
...What could be more refreshing on a summer day than a pillow-soft vanilla cake with marshmallow cream frosting and fresh raspberries. The homemade Vanilla Cake with Raspberries is bursting with raspberry flavor and is sure to become a favorite for any berry lover.
...This old-fashioned coconut custard pie has a creamy egg custard filling, just the right amount of sweetness and is loaded with coconut. This pie is super easy to make, mixes up in just 5 minutes and only requires a whisk, a bowl, a spatula and a few ingredients to create.
...I love a good banana cake and this Banana Rum Cake recipe is at the top of my list. Not only is the cake delicious, it will also make your home smell amazing while baking. It is a cake that is wonderful on it's own, or drizzle some chocolate or peanut butter sauce over the top - or both!
...Mention fresh strawberries and cream cheese, and most people will follow you anywhere! This strawberry pie, packed with both whole and diced strawberries, is an ideal treat for summer gatherings. Simple to make and the strawberry flavor truly shine with only a few ingredients.
...These Shortbread Caramel Almond dessert bars are a wonderful combination of a crunchy shortbread base and a creamy caramel topping with toasted almonds. Add a sprinkling of sea salt to the top of the caramel and you have the perfect sweet and salty treat.
...This Mocha Sour Cream Bundt cake is the ultimate way to 'espresso' yourself! Running through the cake is a tunnel of mocha goodness which enhances the texture and taste of this treat. The addition of sour cream adds a bit of tang and a lot of moistness!
...Craving a Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookie? This recipe is just what you need! These cookies have a crispy outside, a soft and chewy center, and are packed with rich, peanut buttery flavor. Let them cool for a few minutes after baking, pour yourself a cold glass of milk, and dig in. You’re gonna love every bite!
...This recipe produces crunchy oatmeal apricot cookies: crunchy exterior, a soft interior and is loaded with oatmeal, dried apricots, bittersweet chocolate - and, of course, a hint of cinnamon. The crispy exterior comes from rolling the cookie in sugar prior to baking.
...Welcome to my Apple Caramel Crumble Pie recipe. Two flavors that are are synonymous with deliciousness are caramel and apples. Add in a crunchy oat topping and a sweet pie crust and - voila! - you have a a dessert to please any apple lover. The combination of apples and a crumb topping is often referred to as a Dutch apple pie.
...These pecan praline cookies are chock full of crunchy, caramelized pecans. The perfect cookie for the holidays, or anytime of the year if you are a true pecan lover. Package these cookies up in a box, tie on a ribbon and you have a holiday surprise for your friends and neighbors.
...This recipe for zesty lemon cookies has the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. These cookies are easy to make and mix up in just a few minutes. Full of buttery goodness, the cookies practically melt in your mouth. You may have a hard time eating just one! Freshly grated lemon zest is the star of these soft-centered cookies.
...This Rustic Apple Galette is a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing dessert baked in buttery puff pastry. The combination of tart apples, raisins, sugar, and a hint of spices creates a treat that any apple lover will enjoy. With just a few simple tips, you can avoid common pitfalls and ensure your galette turns out perfectly crisp rather than soggy.
...This tart, sweet and simple to make super creamy key lime pie is perfect for summer afternoons. If you are a lime-lover, like I am, it is a welcome dessert year round! It pairs perfectly with a graham cracker crust, a dollop of whipped cream and, of course, a freshly brewed espresso.
...This Chocolate Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie is simply sinful! It consists of a soft peanut butter cookie-like crust, a creamy peanut butter mousse and chocolate ganache.
...Pecan pie is synonymous with Thanksgiving. No need to wait until Thanksgiving to whip up this pie chock full of pecans and baked in a sweet dough crust! The custard portion of this pie sets perfectly. I will show you how to avoid common issues with pecan pies, such as burnt crusts or a runny center.
...This recipe produces a peanut butter pie crust that may be used with a multitude of fillings - banana pie, chocolate pie and, of course, peanut butter pie. The crust is bursting with peanut butter flavor and maintains a soft cookie-like texture after baking.
...This ginger lemon sandwich cookie recipe is easy to follow and yields irresistibly soft ginger cookies with a zesty lemon filling. Rolling the cookies in sugar before baking creates a beautiful crackly top, while the centers remain tender and perfect for sandwiching.
...The much-loved carrot cake with its signature cream cheese frosting comes from humble beginnings. It is generally thought the cake was originally created by English home bakers during World War II. At this time each household was rationed 8 ounces of sugar per week. In 1943 The English Ministry of Food Published a recipe for carrot cake and home bakers embraced the recipe because the sweetness of the carrots replaced some of the sugar used in cake recipes.
...Welcome to the ultimate blueberry pie recipe! It is jam packed with wild Maine blueberries, a bit of sugar and hint of cinnamon that make it a dessert to please any berry lover. Berry pies can be intimidating but I will walk you through every step so you don't end up with a soggy crust, a runny pie or a mouthful of thick blueberry goop! This pie is made with frozen blueberries - thus, you can make it year-round.
...If you are looking for a buttery, delicious and flaky pie crust recipe, you have come to the right place! You don’t need special equipment or training to create this crust - just follow the tips presented here and you will have a flaky pie crust to delight your guests. This pie dough is strong enough to hold up to heavy fruit fillings, yet still tender and a dream to work with.
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