Dessert

Espresso blondies combine the best of brownies and chocolate chip cookies into one delicious bar with a coffee twist. They’re soft in the middle, chewy on the outside like a brownie, and have the amazing flavor of a chocolate chip cookie. Plus, they’re super easy to make in one bowl, just like cookie dough. Simply spread the batter in a pan and bake. This espresso version includes a bit of espresso powder for an extra kick. Tips for the Best Espresso Blondies Browned Butter: To get perfect browned butter, stir it constantly on medium heat. Once it turns light brown … Read more

Mom’s red velvet cake recipe is now in cupcake form, combining the best parts of her red velvet layer cake into one perfect bite! These red velvet cupcakes are a family favorite, using the same cake base our mom has been baking for over 30 years. The buttermilk cake has a hint of cocoa and the classic red color thanks to a bit of food dye. They’re topped with a creamy vanilla bean cream cheese frosting. Red Velvet Cupcakes FAQ Can I Use Natural Food Coloring Instead of Red Food Dye? Yes, you can use natural alternatives like beetroot powder … Read more

Are you on team edge or center when it comes to brownies? Well, no matter your preference, these homemade brownies are the real deal, with their signature crinkle top and fudgy center. While we’ll always have a soft spot for boxed brownies, these homemade ones have stolen the show in our home. They’re simply the best! Here are some key tips to nail your brownie game:

S’mores cupcakes combine all the best parts of a classic s’more into a cupcake. They start with a graham cracker crust, followed by a moist chocolate cake filled with gooey chocolate ganache, and are topped with toasted marshmallow frosting. These cupcakes are irresistible and each bite is better than the last! Our Love for S’mores Cupcakes Our love for s’mores cupcakes began with our mom’s occasional treat from Sprinkles Cupcakes. Out of all the flavors, we always went for the s’mores cupcake. It looks similar to a regular chocolate cupcake, but the hidden surprises make it special. Over the years, … Read more

Can’t decide between classic banana bread and chocolate banana bread? Why not have both? This marble banana bread combines our favorite banana bread recipes into one beautiful loaf. By swirling together both batters, you get a little bit of classic and a little bit of chocolate in every bite. Tips for the Best Marble Banana Bread Here are some tips to make your marble banana bread perfect: FAQs How Do I Know When the Marble Banana Bread is Done? Insert a toothpick or cake tester into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean or with a few … Read more

This chocolate cake is one of our all-time favorites. We make it year after year because it’s incredibly delicious and super easy. You only need one bowl and a whisk—no creaming or beating required. Just mix everything together, bake, and you’ll get a tender, moist chocolate sheet cake that’s out of this world. Tips for the Best Chocolate Sheet Cake Here are some tips to make sure your chocolate cake turns out perfectly: FAQs Can I Substitute Buttermilk? Yes, you can use regular milk or milk mixed with a bit of vinegar or lemon juice. Can I Skip the Coffee? … Read more

This carrot cake is incredibly moist, gently spiced, and topped with creamy cream cheese icing. The shredded carrots and crushed pineapple keep it moist, while the cinnamon and cardamom add a perfect touch of spice. After baking and cooling, the cake is finished with generous swirls of cream cheese icing. Just thinking about it makes our mouths water! A Family Favorite Recipe This carrot cake recipe comes straight from our mom. It’s her famous creation that we couldn’t get enough of growing up. We stick to her recipe exactly because it always turns out perfectly. Plus, it’s so easy to … Read more

Perfectly Crumbly Apple Crisp Recipe – The topping on this apple crisp is packed with buttery, sugary, crumbly goodness. Apple crisp is the perfect fall dessert. Recipe includes modifications for different types of apples.

Quick and Easy Apple Fritter Rings Recipe – These Apple Fritter Rings are a fun spin on the popular donut shop Apple Fritter. Like a sweet apple version of an onion ring! We fіnаllу made it up tо Apple Hіll, but bаrеlу. I think thеrе wеrе only two dауѕ lеft іn thеіr ѕеаѕоn bеfоrе they ѕhut еvеrуthіng dоwn. But wе wеrе dеtеrmіnеd. I соuldn’t lіvе wіth mуѕеlf іf I dіdn’t get mу аnnuаl batch of аррlе сіdеr, fаvоrіtе сіdеr donuts, аnd оf соurѕе, аррlеѕ! Then I саmе home and made ѕlоw сооkеr аррlе sauce, as аlwауѕ. But I also mаdе … Read more

Easy Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies Recipe – Loaded with sweet-salty peanut butter and chewy oats, these cookies are perfect for when you’re craving dessert but don’t have the time or patience to wait for your oven to preheat. The texture is a bit more fudgy than your average cookie, and WE’RE OBSESSED. Thе рrосеѕѕ іѕ рrеttу muсh fооlрrооf, but be ѕurе tо follow thеѕе tips tо rеаllу nаіl іt. Thеrе іѕ a “wrong” kіnd of реаnut butter. Wе hіghlу recommend insist upon using a smooth реаnut buttеr. Evеn thоugh we choose natural peanut butter for our PB&Jѕ, fоr thіѕ rесіре, … Read more