"Special family dinners wouldn't be complete without this beautiful, impressive cake," remarks Karen Mellinger Baker of Dover, Ohio. "It's surprisingly rich-tasting and not too sweet."
Author: Taste of Home
Indulge in the sweeter side with this extra-creamy Basque cheesecake. Originating from Basque Country in Spain, this burnt-top cheesecake is visually stunning and incredibly flavorful, all with no crust...
Author: Aleya Zenieris
Here's what you need: frozen puff pastry, chocolate hazelnut spread, banana, raspberry jam, chocolate bar, chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, graham cracker, egg wash
Author: Pierce Abernathy
Turn an ordinary cupcake into a Thanksgiving extravaganza with this easy-to-find "secret" ingredient: caramel! -Taste of Home Food Styling Team
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"When our daughter requested this fancy layered cake for her birthday, I was afraid it would be difficult to make," writes Rosemary Ford Vinson of El Cajon, California. "But it's so easy! Everyone oohs...
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Cinnamon and nutmeg spice up this deliciously moist snack cake from Kay Bakanec of Londonderry, New Hampshire. "It's similar to carrot cake, but much easier because you don't have to grate all those carrots,"...
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Here's what you need: mini pretzel, unsalted butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, sour cream, whipped cream, water, strawberry gelatin, strawberry
Author: Katie Aubin
Apricots and pumpkin pie spices come together in this truly special tart from our Test Kitchen. Cold vanilla ice cream makes a perfect companion to the soft, warm apricots. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...
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It's not Thanksgiving until someone serves the lime gelatin salad! Pineapple and mild longhorn cheese make this salad the best you'll ever taste.
Author: Valorie
Our Christmas dinner wouldn't be complete without a festive finale. I've served this satisfying pie for so many years that it's become a holiday tradition.
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This recipe is very moist and rich. I have also made it in loaf pans, and given it away for holidays.
Author: v monte
This festive strawberries and cream summer treat is one of my mom's favorites. It wows guests every time yet is simple to make. -Cathy Branciaroli, Wilmington, Delaware
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I found this recipe when going through my grandmother's old files. It was originally made with an orange filling, but using lemon pudding in the filling makes it easier to prepare. It is simply the best....
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Once again, I accepted a challenge from another AR member. She asked me to make a dessert using SPAM® luncheon meat. It was a success!
Author: Keri
A friend asked me to make a coconut and pineapple cupcake for a gathering she was hosting. Everyone agreed that this beauty took them to the tropics. The macadamia nuts are completely optional (the friend...
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This recipe has been in our family for years. We prefer to use just cherries for the fruit but I am sure you could use any candied fruit.
Author: Gwen Langham Howell
This unique pie has a light and crispy phyllo crust. You can use the fruit of your choice.
Author: Celia
Flora Alers of Clinton, Maryland transforms a boxed white cake mix into a big batch of tasty cookies that are filled with coconut, nuts and chocolate chips. "This recipe requires just six ingredients,...
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Jazz up the basic batter with golden pineapple, red cherries and pecan halves to create this lovely upside-down dessert. "I usually entertain anywhere from 12 to 20 guests, so this moist cake is often...
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This is a super easy lemonade treat perfect for summer! I've made these many times, and they are so delicious. They're so easy, and they only have 1 ingredient!
Author: ItsLaurenMarie
These Amish Friendship Bread cupcakes are full of cherry flavor! Sprinkle a few white chocolate chips on the frosting, and you will have the perfect Valentine's treat for a classroom party.
Author: Friendship Bread Kitchen
Real fudge, just like Grandma made . . . if Grandma had a herd of dairy goats!
Author: Melinda L. Stahl
This authentic Southern recipe is a stunning dessert to serve!
Author: patriciafulda
This is a beautiful white colored meringue with candied fruit, coconut and walnuts inside for your Christmas entertaining.
Author: Carol
This refreshing dessert has a rich shortbread-like crust with a creamy center and pretty red gelatin top layer. It's easy enough for everyday, but cheery enough to dish up for guests, too. -Lois Frazee,...
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Now young adults, our children say this dessert is "awesome" with ice cream. Everyone who takes a bite nods in agreement! Nostalgic, comforting, luscious, call it what you will, this is one of those simple,...
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This is my goddaughter Farrah's favorite cake and is very reminiscent of a jelly donut. This cake is very forgiving and can be made with any other flavored jam. Plan ahead because the cake needs to sit...
Author: Yoly
A quick sherbet with no fuss. Wild raspberries, seeds removed, are used for this yummy dessert.
Author: SHORECOOK
My mom and her friend did a lot of cookie swaps together. They were always finding new recipes to share, including this one. There's something about a dipped cookie that makes it seem so special, so we...
Author: Taste of Home
I love to make desserts with fruit all summer! If you use store-bought crust, I recommend stacking your two pie crusts on top of each other and then rolling them to the correct size. -Elisabeth Larsen,...
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Full of fiber, this is an alternative to shop-bought white tart crust that is great for savory fillings.
Author: Lean Cuisine
Everyone always asks what the secret ingredient of this cake is and they are definitely surprised when I tell them: Mayonnaise! It give it such a zippy flavor.-Susan Brauer, Aurora, Colorado
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Although these bars are Christmas-party pretty, they're really good any time of year. In fact, I always double the recipe cause they're such a hit with my husband and six children. Even then, I never have...
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Knowing my co-workers are willing guinea pigs, I tried this recipe for an office potluck. When I returned from a break, I found a big frilly blue ribbon on my desk with a note from the boss, saying, "You...
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An heirloom Date Bar recipe dating back nearly a century - and still just as delicious today! • Freezable • Make Ahead • Vegetarian •
Author: Two Healthy Kitchens LLC at www.TwoHealthyKitchens.com
A fluffy cookie that tastes like a pastry. I use this simple recipe to cut out heart-shaped cookies for Valentine's Day.
Author: Robin J.
I make these cookies in place of Fruitcakes. They go much faster. These cookies will keep indefinitely in the refrigerator, or store in a closed tin after baking. They are better after several days. Best...
Author: Mary Lou
When you want to serve something different for dessert, turn to my unique treat. The cheesecake-like pie features slices of tart apples and a delectable caramelized topping.-Lisa Dilworth, Grand Rapids,...
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An exotic dessert that joins strawberries, vodka, ice cream and hot pepper!
Author: VRAMOS
Here's what you need: sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, whole milk
Author: Julie Klink
The Willamette Valley produces a lot of hazelnuts, so this recipe truly represents our neck of the woods. I always make plenty of this delicious toffee to serve at Christmas and give as gifts. -Earlene...
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Here's what you need: banana, yellow cake mix, water, eggs, bananas, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla, salt
Author: Merle O'Neal
White chocolate, macadamia nuts and dried cranberries flavor every bite of these crisp cookies.
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Our Test Kitchen came up with this creamy, lactose-free dessert that could also be used in a parfait, as a filling or as a dip for fruit or pound cake. You'll love the rich chocolaty-mint flavor. TIP:...
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Applesauce makes this cake moist and sweet. A dusting of confectioners' sugar over the top is all that's needed.-Celeste Clarke, Wilmot, New Hampshire
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