I was recently in "not my usual" grocery store and noticed that their cake mix was on sale. Since I love a bargain, I bought several boxes in a variety of flavors. I've been looking at that row of … [Read more...]
Hot Fudge Sundaes
A hot fudge sundae is a rare treat for me, but oh, so yummy. My grandson Landon asked if we could make these while he was on holiday break from school, so how could I refuse? This sauce is thick and … [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...]
Cookies for Santa
There's not a cookie that looks more like Christmas than these Candy Cane Blossoms. They're perfect to leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve. I adapted the original recipe slightly by adding a … [Read more...]
Cookies for the Grandchildren
I have been so inspired by all the Christmas goodies I have seen on Pinterest and on the blogs, there's just not time to make them all. One of the bakers who inspires me is Marsha at The Better Baker. … [Read more...]
Holiday Bars
This recipe for Holiday Bars is a new twist on a past bar cookie recipe. Back in the fall I made Peanut Butter Polka Dot Bars using Reese's Mini Pieces. Today I revised the recipe for the Christmas … [Read more...]
Gingerbread Men
This Gingerbread Cookie recipe is a favorite at my house. I love the added orange zest in this recipe, and this dough can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator for a few days until you're ready … [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...]
German Chocolate Caramel Brownies
This brownie recipe is one that is made like a bar cookie in three layers. Several years ago I made this brownie as a dessert for my daughter's rehearsal dinner before her wedding. These German … [Read more...]
White Chocolate Lemon Streusel Bars
White chocolate chips, fresh lemon juice, and toasted pecans combine for a blast of flavor in these yummy treats. This recipe adapted from the Hershey's Recipe Collection cookbook is one all … [Read more...]
