When it's too hot to bake something sweet but you're craving chocolate, my chocolaty mousse tart is all you need. Stack up the layers any way you like. -Samantha Hernandez, Vacaville, California
Author: Taste of Home
Old-fashioned carrot salad made with lemon Jell-O and pineapple. Grandma didn't specify the amount of carrots. You probably can't use too much!
Author: ASTENG
You'd never guess these rich, velvety chocolate treats contain a can of black beans. Who would have thought black bean brownies would be so amazing? -Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island
Author: Taste of Home
This amazing dessert is made with just 3 ingredients and comes together in minutes. A word of warning - once you've tasted this simple chocolate mousse, you will never eat regular chocolate mousse again....
Author: Chris D. Williams
This beautiful torte was named after the Russian ballerina Pavlova because it's light and airy-and gets rave reviews! I adapted it from one made with only kiwi fruit. My family prefers this kiwi/strawberry...
Author: Taste of Home
These tasty, pecan-filled mini pies are great for the holidays or an easy, elegant dessert anytime. The use of light corn syrup lets the pecan goodness shine through, rather than overwhelming with sugary...
Author: Squankdog
I created this recipe because I wanted an easy-to-make cookie that folks can't resist. These tempting treats have a hint of coffee flavor and aren't overly sweet.
Author: Taste of Home
In late summer when plums are in season, this tender fruit-topped cake is delectable! The plum slices look so appealing arranged in circles on top. For variety, I sometimes substitute fresh pear or apple...
Author: Taste of Home
This is a no-frills cake that tastes great with morning beverages or as a snack. It's good for using up those overripe bananas that you hate to throw away.
Author: NH Nancy
"My family came to Texas from Virginia after the Civil War," relates Debra Ayers from Cheyenne, Wyoming. "Two brothers helped drive a herd of cattle up the Chisholm Trail to Abilene, Kansas. The boys decided...
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This recipe evolved from several different recipes that I combined into one. I've never received so many compliments on my baking!-Denise Hufford, Midland, Michigan
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A no-bake dessert using a ready-made angel food cake and ingredients that can be easily found in any store. It looks like a large snowball when finished.
Author: Gina Fletcher
My family requests these adorable little tarts each Christmas. I always enjoy making them since the almond paste in the filling reflects our Dutch heritage. They're super popular at special gatherings....
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When December arrives, friends and family eagerly await my creamy white fudge. It's a little something different from the traditional chocolate. -Gioviana Buser, Riverside, California
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A moist coconut pound cake, a crowd pleaser. I use this recipe for making wedding cake layers.
Author: Connie Bridges Mallard
I like to present my favorite holiday cookies in a special way. I pile these fresh-baked tea cakes on pretty plates that I buy throughout the year, then wrap them with colored cellophane to give friends....
Author: Taste of Home
Delicious coconut pecan cake with cream cheese toasted coconut frosting. Fruitcake
Author: cookie
Never use more than 1 quart of fruit. Only use fresh fruit for this recipe. Any variation will work! I usually do use sweetened peaches and lightly sugared berries, but this is optional. Serve warm with...
Author: Victor Pierson
These are unlike any chocolate pretzel I have ever had before! My aunt gave me the recipe and they are wonderful.
Author: Mel
Simple, simple, simple! The easiest recipe for a red velvet cake I have ever found. My husband LOVES this.
Author: Andrea
No mess treat for children's parties. Looks like an ice cream cone. Use any flavor cake mix.
Author: Sassy Squirrel
This recipe's more than a recipe to us-it's a family tradition, three generations old. The frosting's a must-otherwise it's not the "true" cake! We have a timber stand with hickory trees on our farm, so...
Author: Taste of Home
When I first got this recipe I thought it would be strange to make this cake, then refrigerate it, and bake the next morning. But it's great. The cake is so moist and delicious. It's wonderful when you...
Author: Amy Posont
My husband reviewed numerous bread pudding recipes and came up with this version. Top with melted vanilla ice cream if desired.
Author: Mother Ann
Not too long ago, I found this recipe for a frozen treat we used to eat when we went to Grandma's house. Now, whenever I make it, it reminds me of her. She loved to bake, and so do I.
Author: Taste of Home
My grandmother passed down this recipe to my mother, who in turn passed it down to me. Now my daughter is making it for her family. With a graham cracker crust, custard filling and meringue topping, this...
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This cake is moist and delicious. I am from Washington state and this is my Mother's recipe. Great topped with caramel frosting!
Author: Sharon Sisson
Amazingly good cranberry upside-down cake - the first time I made it, I forgot the part where you add the egg whites and it still came out good. But much better with the egg whites. My friend gave this...
Author: fondantfrenzy
Delicious, soft, and chewy brownie cookies that are quick and simple!
Author: TrudyBear
Here is a delicious twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies. They're great for coconut lovers, textured by the coconut and flavored by the extract...a compatible combination that results in a crispy,...
Author: Taste of Home
I like to make my breakfast table as pretty as possible. This peach sauce adds a warm golden color to the table and terrific flavor to pancakes, waffles and French toast.
Author: Taste of Home
This moist, light cake is "berry" delicious as a dessert or for breakfast. Your house will smell just wonderful while it is baking and cooling. Recipe doubles well.
Author: Melissa Marsh
Delicious! I consider myself more of a gourmet cook and thought of this as a great kids recipe, because they are so easy to prepare. Well, surprise, surprise. They are fabulous and everyone raves!
Author: LIZALOUISE
It couldn't be easier to make this treat. Just melt chocolate chips and stir in peanuts and marshmallows.
Author: sal
This simple recipe can be served as is in a graham crust or you can dress it up with a strawberry or peach glaze. Either way, a little Cool Whip or whipped cream on top is good.
Author: Jan Guinn
I received this recipe from my sister-in-law more than 35 years ago. Chock-full of chocolate, these crispy cookies have a tantalizing aroma while baking. -Marilyn Spangler, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: large granny smith apples, lemon juice, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, premade pie crusts, large egg, heavy cream, light brown sugar, honey,...
Author: Betsy Carter
My Dad is diabetic, but loves peanut butter cookies. I was playing around with some recipes to make a sugar-free version. This is what I came up with.
Author: lobsteriffic
Our Vermont maple syrup can't be beat, and this is one of my favorite pies. It's also quick and easy to make. -Mildred Wescom, Belvidere, Vermont
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Sour cream brings the tangy to this quick and easy chocolate frosting recipe.
Author: Mary Beth Guba
I grew up on a farm, and we always picked fruits in early summer and used them to make desserts. This blackberry pie is a real stunner. -Gladys Gibbs, Brush Creek, Tennessee
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This is a yellow or white cake in which holes are poked after baking, and chocolate pudding is pored over it, making it look like it has stripes when it is cut.
Author: Karin Christian
This is the most amazing pecan pie. Once you start eating it you can't stop.
Author: IHART44
Light and fluffy, easy and elegant. This recipe is from my Mom!
Author: Star Pooley
A banana pie with a graham cracker crust, vanilla pudding and caramel sauce poured over the whipped topping. This is a super easy recipe to prepare and everyone will love it!
Author: Filomena
This dough spreads to make thin, lacy, oatmeal cookies that you peel off the cookie sheet. Great served with ice cream, or rolled into tubes while still warm and dipped in chocolate.
Author: Pookie
It's hard to stop munching on these delightful cookies," admits Debbi Smith, field editor from Crossett, Arkansas.
Author: Taste of Home