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Classic Chocolate Cake

If you need to learn how to make chocolate cake from scratch, this easy homemade chocolate cake recipe is a perfect place to start. It appeared on a can of Hershey's cocoa way back in 1943. I tried it,...

Author: Taste of Home

Snickerdoodles

The history of this whimsically named treat is widely disputed, but the popularity of this classic cinnamon-sugar-coated cookie is undeniable! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Author: Taste of Home

Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

This recipe makes a delightful banana cake packed with chocolate chips for a delightful way to enjoy a classic flavor combination.

Author: Debbie Menges

Marshmallow Treats

Can substitute marshmallow creme instead of marshmallows.

Author: ShanaLee

Meringue Cookies

This recipe can be doubled, but if you do, don't double the chocolate chips. Best if eaten in a few days.

Author: Pat K.

Pecan Tarts

The flaky crust combined with a rich center makes these little tarts a satisfying snack to serve and eat. They look so appealing on a pretty platter and make a great finger-food dessert when you're entertaining....

Author: Taste of Home

Vanilla Ice Cream

No cooking involved in this recipe for homemade ice cream using just cream, sugar, and vanilla with your ice cream maker.

Author: Ginger

Chocolate Cheesecake

Everyone's a chocolate lover when it comes to this chocolate cheesecake. It melts in your mouth, and it's very smooth and fudgy. For a fun taste twist, spoon cherry or strawberry topping over each slice...

Author: Taste of Home

7UP Pound Cake

My grandmother gave me this 7UP pound cake recipe. On top of being delicious, this 7UP cake represents family tradition, connection and love. -Marsha Davis, Desert Hot Springs, California

Author: Taste of Home

Roasted Pears with Caramel Sauce

This golden, glossy delight could not be easier to make. All major varieties of pears - Bartlett, Bosc, red, Anjou - work equally well. However, Bosc roasts up slightly firmer than the others.

Author: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

English Toffee

This candy tastes wonderful and takes about 15 minutes to make. My sister and I did three batches in an hour one year for Christmas. I use a cast iron skillet and some times just a few of the almonds to...

Author: nora

Cream Cheese Squares

Cream cheese squares. Very easy, and very good.

Author: Ann

Classic Lard Two Crust Pie Pastry

The way a pie crust should be made.

Author: SandraJ

Hot Fudge Pudding Cake

This is my husband's favorite recipe. Someone brought this to my Grandpa's funeral in 1968, and I've been making it since. The dark fudge cake over the hot pudding is delicious served with whipped cream...

Author: Debbie Clift Russ

Pecan Pie Bars I

These pecan pie bars are great for the children and adults in any family.

Author: MARIETA

Double Chocolate Cookies

When I make these yummy treats with my young grandson, Ben, I use an extra-big mixing bowl to prevent the flour and other ingredients from flying all over. He seems to enjoy making the cookies almost as...

Author: Taste of Home

Jam Filled Butter Cookies

This cookie recipe has been in my mother's family for more years than I've been alive. It's my favorite cookie; my comfort food!

Author: MKHG

Chewy Chocolate Cookies

This cookie recipe-a favorite of our four children-has been in my collection for years. Sometimes I'll substitute mint-flavored chips for the semisweet chocolate chips. Either way, the chocolate cookies...

Author: Taste of Home

Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

This recipe has just 3 ingredients. It's fast, easy and the cookies are wonderful! It's great for kids that are just learning to bake.

Author: Francie

Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting

This simple peanut butter buttercream frosting makes enough to frost a three- or four-layer cake. For peanut butter-lovers, this is the only frosting they need in their recipe boxes. -Iola Egle, Bella...

Author: Taste of Home

Plum Crisp

A tangy plum dessert I've made for years to make use of all that midsummer fruit from my tree. Try it with vanilla ice cream. It's a favorite with or without!

Author: Donna

Mom's Lard Pie Crust

Mom always knew the best pie crusts are made with lard. The results of this recipe is one of the flakiest crusts I have ever had. It is so easy too!-Virginia Jung, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Blueberry Crumb Bars

Cheap and easy to make. Kids love them. Any berry can be used.

Author: A. Beavers

Cherry Crisp

The very first time that I made Cherry Crisp, my brother happened to be visiting. He is an ice cream lover-but he passed up the scoops of vanilla that he tops most desserts with so he could taste the cherries...

Author: Taste of Home

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

Yummy oatmeal and chocolate mix nicely together to make a crowd-pleasing square perfect for potlucks or cookie exchanges.

Author: Patti82

Satiny Chocolate Glaze

A glossy chocolate glaze to drizzle over a Bundt cake. It's also great on cookies and doughnuts.

Author: Ginger

Hummingbird Cake

Impress your friends with this Hummingbird Cake--a recipe that has been passed down through many generations. If desired, crush additional nuts and press them into the sides of the frosting, and put sliced...

Author: MARBALET

Baklava

Many ethnic festivals are held in my city throughout the year. One in May is the Greek Hellenic Festival. My family enjoys baklava-a traditional walnut strudel. The recipe uses phyllo dough, which is not...

Author: Taste of Home

No Bake Cheesecake with Cool Whip®

This is my favorite easy cheesecake recipe. When I want cheesecake in a flash, I make this no-bake style. I love to share it with friends and family. It's as easy as 1-2-3! Top with additional graham cracker...

Author: cafecook

Dump Cake I

This cake is just as easy as dumping ingredients in a pan.

Author: Wilma Hull

Easy Berry Pie with Frozen Berries

Using frozen berries means you can make this easy pie year-round. Precooking the filling means you get perfect consistency (no more runny pies) and the cook time on the crust is perfect! I prefer to spell...

Author: amberlynn

Lemon Cake From Scratch

Super yummy, light lemon taste. A different thing to try is to put the cake mixture into large muffin tins to make a bunch of little cakes, you just need to reduce the baking time. Let cake cool before...

Author: BakersDozen

Peach Crisp

A hearty serving of this sweet and tart peach crisp is a mouthwatering way to end one of Mom's meals. With the comforting crust, fruit filling and crunchy topping, this dessert is as lovely as it is delicious.-Dianne...

Author: Taste of Home

Alice's Easy Blueberry Cake

This is a delicious and easy blueberry cake to make with things that are usually on hand. My grandmother passed this down to me and now I make it with my kids.

Author: JLI1108

Apple Raisin Pie

Whenever I serve this pie, someone at the table usually asks for a second piece. It has old-fashioned goodness and a delicious, crunchy topping. -Arnold Beatley, Portola, California

Author: Taste of Home

Old Fashioned Rice Pudding

This comforting dessert is a wonderful way to end any meal. As a girl, I always waited eagerly for the first heavenly bite. Today, my husband likes to top his with a scoop of ice cream. -Sandra Melnychenko,...

Author: Taste of Home

Ultimate Chocolate Bread Pudding

When I really want to impress guests, I serve this decadent bread pudding. With just a few staple ingredients-bread, eggs, sugar and chocolate-I'm able to turn out this masterpiece in no time! -Erin Chilcoat,...

Author: Taste of Home

Chocolate Sheet Cake

Meet the Cook: The biggest compliment I've ever gotten on this cake might have come when I baked it for my son's 11th birthday party last fall. The children were full after eating pizza, veggies and dip,...

Author: Taste of Home

Crispy Gingersnaps

A thin, spicy gingersnap cookie.

Author: Larry Goldsmith

Baked Rice Pudding

This rice pudding is lovely served warm. It has the appeal of homemade comfort food.

Author: Emtmom

Nanaimo Bars I

These are a totally sinful concoction containing more calories than one would care to count. A decadent dessert! Will satisfy any sweet tooth!

Author: Shealeen

Sweet Potato Cobbler

My grandmother used to make the best sweet potato cobbler, but, like many cooks, she didn't follow a recipe. I tried many cobbler recipes before I discovered this one. It's a favorite for church dinners...

Author: Taste of Home

Glazed Apple Pie Bars

This is only one of many wonderful recipes that my mother handed down to me. With their flaky crust and scrumptious fruit filling, these delicious bars are the perfect way to serve apple pie to a crowd.-Janet...

Author: Taste of Home

Fluffy Key Lime Pie

For a taste of paradise, try this no-bake Key lime pie recipe. It's low in fat, sugar and fuss. It truly is the best Key lime pie recipe ever! -Frances VanFossan, Warren, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Beth's Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

With a little experimenting, I came up with these chewy, spicy, oatmeal raisin cookies. They make your kitchen smell wonderful while they are baking. They almost remind me of Christmas because the spices...

Author: Beth Sigworth

Best Strawberry Shortcake

For a dazzling summer dessert, you can't beat juicy strawberries and fresh whipped cream over homemade shortcake. My father added even more indulgence to this recipe by buttering the shortcake. This is...

Author: Taste of Home

Blueberry Pie with Frozen Berries

Great pie made from frozen blueberries.

Author: Cindy Nelson

Chocolate Truffles

You may be tempted to save these chocolate truffles for a special occasion since these smooth, creamy chocolates are divine. But with just a few ingredients, this truffle recipe is easy to make anytime....

Author: Taste of Home

Chocolate Pudding Cake II

It makes its own sauce! Delicious and easy, and made in the same pan it bakes in.

Author: Carol Irwin Cameron