Big, chewy and packed with flavor – these peanut butter oatmeal chocolate chip cookies deliver everything you want in a cookie. They have a rich peanut butter taste without the dryness that plagues many peanut butter cookies. Old-fashioned oats add texture and chewiness, and plenty of chocolate chips make every bite irresistible. Thick & Chewy … Read more

Bite-sized Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Bites. 4 ingredients, grain-free, naturally sweetened & vegan – the perfect healthy snack when you’re craving chocolate & peanut butter.  Energy bite recipes were hugely popular around 2012–2014, and even if I’m a little late to the trend, these Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Bites are worth the wait. They’re simple, … Read more

These lemon raspberry bars are a bright twist on classic lemon bars. They start with a buttery shortbread crust and are topped with a tangy lemon-raspberry custard. I developed this version after making traditional lemon bars. Since I love raspberry lemonade, adding raspberries felt like the natural next step. The bars have a thick, buttery … Read more

Classic pecan pie is delicious year-round and especially beloved at Thanksgiving. With a flaky pastry, buttery brown sugar filling, and crunchy pecans on top, this pie is easier to make than you might think. Pecan pie is a Southern classic: the rich brown sugar filling paired with salty-sweet pecans makes it irresistible. It’s a great … Read more

Haystack cookies are chewy no‑bake chocolate cookies made with oats and coconut. They use simple pantry ingredients, are quick to prepare, and are a hit with both kids and adults. No Bake Haystack Cookies Haystack cookies — sometimes called macaroons (not to be confused with French macarons) or no‑bake chocolate oatmeal cookies — are a … Read more

If you like your brownies chewy, gooey and extra chocolatey, these one-bowl chewy brownies are for you. Made with oil and cocoa powder, you likely won’t need an extra grocery trip — they’ll remind you of box brownies but taste much better. This post was originally published July 3, 2017 and updated July 13, 2024 … Read more

This carrot cake coffee cake is wonderfully moist, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, loaded with finely shredded carrots, and finished with a crunchy cinnamon streusel and a light glaze. If you enjoy a tender, flavorful carrot cake, try this carrot cake coffee cake. The batter gets its warmth from cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of … Read more

Pumpkin pie without the hassle! These easy pumpkin pie bars have a buttery crust and creamy pumpkin filling spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar — perfect for feeding a crowd. Why Make Pumpkin Pie Bars? Pumpkin season and Thanksgiving are ideal times to swap a traditional pie for pumpkin pie bars. They deliver the same … Read more

These caramel brownies are incredibly fudgy with a thick layer of salted caramel in the middle — the perfect way to elevate classic brownies. If you love rich chocolate and gooey caramel, these caramel-stuffed brownies are for you. A dense, fudgy brownie base surrounds a generous, slightly gooey layer of salted caramel. Many recipes only … Read more

These fluffy eggnog waffles are the perfect holiday breakfast: soft centers, golden edges and a gentle hint of nutmeg. Today I’m sharing a favorite seasonal treat featured on Oh Sweet Basil. Breakfast and brunch are highlights of the holidays—there’s something special about a slow morning in pajamas, a warm kitchen and a stack of waffles … Read more