My son celebrated a milestone birthday this past week, the big 3 - 0, so he needed a special cake. He said he would like to have a Creeper cake, so that is what I attempted to make for him. I must say … [Read more...]
German Chocolate Cupcakes
During these past two weeks I have done a lot of traveling and visiting family, and while I was away from home I celebrated yet another birthday. I first made these cupcakes while at my sister's house … [Read more...]
Pistachio Cupcakes for St. Patrick’s Day
If you are looking for a green treat to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this week, these Pistachio Cupcakes are just what you need. The cupcake recipe is from Taste of Home, and they are topped with a … [Read more...]
Hummingbird Bundt Cake
This Hummingbird Cake is an old favorite that is typically baked as a layer cake, but in the February 2012 issue of Southern Living magazine it is featured as a Bundt cake. I love baking in a Bundt … [Read more...]
Countdown to 2012: Best Dessert Recipes of 2011
Today as 2011 comes to an end, I will be sharing my favorite dessert recipes from the past year. Here's a sampling of the most viewed desserts from my kitchen this year: 1. No-Bake Cookie … [Read more...]
14-Karat Cake
Yesterday we celebrated my husband's birthday. I always ask him what kind of cake he would like me to bake for him, and this year his choice was carrot cake. This is a great cake to bake for the … [Read more...]
Apple Coffee Cake
I have a "made from scratch" recipe for Fresh Apple Cake that I love and have used for many years, so when I came across a recipe for an Apple Coffee Cake in Taste of Home Almost Homemade Cookbook I … [Read more...]
White Chocolate Macadamia Cupcakes
This cupcake recipe takes two of the plainest baking products and some interesting additions to make a wonderful dessert. Even your pickiest guest won't guess the original products were a box of cake … [Read more...]
Halloween Cake Pops II
Not long ago I posted my first attempt at making cake pops. It was a fun project, so I decided to try it again. I did everything the same as last time, except this time I used only candy … [Read more...]
Mandarin Orange Tea Cake
I love the scent of orange zest and the taste of mandarin oranges, and this cake has both. This beautiful cake starts from a pound cake mix, is filled with sweet mandarin oranges, and is topped with a … [Read more...]
