Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars – creamy peanut butter cheesecake atop a crunchy Oreo cookie crust, finished with a glossy chocolate ganache. Below are tips and a clear method for achieving a rich, creamy peanut butter cheesecake every time. This post was updated October 25, 2020 with a slightly revised recipe for a creamier cheesecake, new … Read more

Learn all the tips for making perfect Mini Vanilla Cupcakes – moist, fluffy, topped with silky vanilla buttercream, and irresistibly cute! In November my sister is getting married. I’m not making the wedding cake (I plan to be stress-free and sip a mimosa before the ceremony), but I will celebrate with a tray of mini … Read more

These Christmas M&M peanut butter cookies are thick, chewy, and bursting with peanut butter flavor, chocolate chips, and festive red and green M&Ms. They’re quick to make—no chilling required—and have a soft, tender texture that’s perfect for holiday baking. I make a batch of Christmas M&M cookies every year because they’re easy, reliably chewy, and … Read more

Smooth and creamy lemon blueberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust — a delightful balance of tangy lemon and sweet blueberry sauce that’s perfect for spring. Today I’m sharing my version of Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Squares. I love the pairing of bright lemon and juicy blueberries—whether in blueberry crumble bars or fluffy lemon blueberry muffins, … Read more

This lemon poppy seed bread is moist and tender with a bright lemon flavor. Poppy seeds add a pleasant crunch, and a simple lemon glaze brings a touch of sweetness. It’s an easy, no-mixer recipe that tastes like sunshine. Updated April 17, 2024 with new photos and a small recipe tweak to keep the loaf … Read more

These Mint Aero brownies combine cooling mint with rich chocolate for an irresistibly fudgy treat. They’re stuffed with classic Mint Aero bars for a grown-up, decadent brownie. Why You Need to Make these Mint Aero Brownies While browsing the chocolate aisle, I realized how much I missed the airy, minty center of a Mint Aero. … Read more

These easy Christmas sprinkle slice-and-bake cookies are buttery and tender. They’re perfect for prepping ahead and look beautiful on a holiday cookie tray—especially when dipped in chocolate and finished with extra sprinkles. Slice-and-bake cookies are a favorite at Christmas because the dough can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for days or … Read more

These snickerdoodle cookie bars are soft and chewy with a rich buttery flavor and a crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping. Easier than making individual cookies and no mixer required, this recipe is ideal if you prefer extra-thick, chewy treats. Classic snickerdoodles pair buttery vanilla notes with a cinnamon-sugar coating that provides a pleasant crunch against a chewy … Read more

This Kahlua cheesecake is an elegant adult dessert: ultra-creamy with a gentle coffee liqueur note that complements the rich cheesecake. An Oreo cookie crust and a spiked chocolate ganache finish it perfectly. Kahlua Cheesecake – The Perfect Adult Dessert A boozy cheesecake makes a refined dessert for the holidays, New Year’s Eve or a dinner … Read more

Hands down — the best pumpkin bundt cake. This recipe delivers warm spices, pure pumpkin flavor and plenty of vanilla. It’s moist with the slightly dense, tender crumb you expect from a bundt. The batter comes together easily and the final cake tastes cozy and satisfying. Photos show the cake with a maple glaze, though … Read more