Desserts

The Baker’s German Chocolate Cake isn’t German at all. It's named after Samuel German, who created the special sweet baking chocolate for the Baker's Chocolate Company in 1852.This dessert is pure comfort: tender layers of cocoa cake smothered in a gooey, nutty coconut-pecan frosting. It’s the perfect show-stopper for birthdays, …

I started making these gluten-free brownies after a friend couldn’t eat regular flour, and I didn’t want them to miss out on dessert. Over time, I discovered that using almond or oat flour kept them fudgy without being crumbly. These brownies are rich, chocolatey, and satisfyingly dense, the kind you'd …

I first tried making this classic dessert one chilly November evening when my neighbor handed me a can of Libby’s pumpkin and said, “Trust me, it’s foolproof.” About ten pies later, I can say this Libby’s Pumpkin Pie Recipe never disappoints. The filling turns silky, the crust stays crisp, and …

The first time I tried a homemade Tiramisu Recipe, I understood why Italians call it “pick me up.” The layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, and cocoa felt indulgent but light at the same time. My first attempt, though, was a disaster. I soaked the cookies for too long, and …

I started making this cream cheese frosting back when I wanted something less sweet than regular buttercream. The mix of tangy cream cheese and smooth butter makes it rich but balanced, and it spreads beautifully on cakes or cupcakes. Once you make it from scratch, you’ll never go back to …

Bread pudding is one of those rare desserts that turns leftovers into something you’d proudly serve guests. Made with day-old bread soaked in a vanilla-scented custard, this version bakes into a golden, crisp-topped dish with a soft, rich interior. It’s simple, affordable, and deeply satisfying, and with just a few …

Every holiday season, I find myself reaching for a tried-and-true Sugar Cookie Recipe with Eggs, the kind that turns out soft, buttery, and just slightly chewy. The very first time I made them, I skipped chilling the dough and ended up with flat, spread-out cookies that looked more like pancakes. …

I first got into baking this banana bread recipe when I had a bunch of overripe bananas staring at me from the counter. Instead of tossing them, I mashed them up, mixed in a few basic ingredients, and somehow ended up with the softest, most comforting loaf I've ever made. …

A good Banana Pudding Recipe is about balancing ripe bananas, a creamy pudding, and just the right amount of cookies layered together. The most common mistake is using underripe bananas, which taste starchy instead of sweet and mellow. For best results, choose bananas with plenty of brown spots on the …

On chilly evenings when I want something warm and simple, I often turn to the trusty Jiffy Cornbread Recipe, the little blue box that’s been in so many American kitchens for decades. The first time I baked it on my own, I forgot to grease the pan properly, and half …