This berries and cream cake features a moist vanilla cake, lightly sweetened whipped cream and fresh berries for a dessert that’s not too sweet and looks beautiful. Simple, elegant and perfect for summer. This berries and cream cake is ideal for berry season. It begins with a moist, tender vanilla cake made with egg whites … Read more

Lemon brownies are delightfully fudgy with a bright lemon flavor and a sweet lemon glaze. Sometimes called lemonies or lemon blondies, they’re simple to make and perfect for spring — a dessert that tastes like sunshine. This post was updated May 6, 2023 with new photos and recipe tips These lemon brownies are one of … Read more

These banana cupcakes with cream cheese frosting offer a true banana flavor and a moist, tender cupcake crumb. The frosting is tangy with a touch of cinnamon that complements the sweet, mellow banana notes. Updated March 8, 2022 with new photos, recipe tips and a slightly revised recipe These banana cupcakes with cinnamon cream cheese … Read more

Chewy blondies filled with a thick layer of chocolate hazelnut spread — these Nutella stuffed blondies are decadently rich, gooey and impossible to resist. I was recently craving more Nutella and decided to turn my favorite chewy blondies into a Nutella sandwich by stuffing the center with a thick layer of chocolate hazelnut spread. I … Read more

Classic cheesecake bars are creamy, velvety and pleasantly tangy, built on a thick graham crumb crust. Ideal for potlucks or parties, these bars are baked without a water bath and turn out reliably every time. I’ve adapted my favorite New York cheesecake into simple, easy-to-serve squares. Instead of a springform pan, this version bakes in … Read more

The perfect recipe for chocolate chip cookies. Soft, chewy, thick & filled with melty chocolate chips – these cookies are completely addictive! Today I made the perfect chocolate chip cookies: incredibly soft, super chewy, just the right thickness, buttery, and packed with melty chocolate chips. They hit every note I want in a classic cookie. … Read more

These homemade lemon cupcakes are fluffy, moist and topped with lemon buttercream frosting. The citrus flavor comes from both lemon zest and fresh lemon juice and makes these cupcakes taste like sunshine. These are the perfect cupcakes for lemon lovers! This post was updated April 16, 2023 with new photos, recipe tips & a slightly … Read more

For an easy holiday dessert, try this Candy Cane Icebox Cake. Layers of creamy peppermint filling alternate with Oreo cookies, then the cake is finished with whipped cream, crushed candy canes and a chocolate drizzle. It’s a simple, no-bake Christmas treat everyone will love. An icebox cake is an effortless dessert made by layering a … Read more

Eggnog French Toast is extra fluffy with golden edges, a touch of nutmeg and a rich eggnog flavor. Served with maple syrup and whipped cream, it makes a perfect Christmas morning breakfast. This eggnog French toast takes a favorite French toast base and adapts it for the holidays. The result is soft and fluffy in … Read more

Tart lemon and juicy blueberries are a classic pairing. Turn them into something special with these lemon blueberry cupcakes. I’m sharing a variation on lemon and blueberry that brightens both flavors: tender lemon cupcakes topped with blueberry buttercream made from real berries. The cake is soft and lightly lemony, offering a clean citrus note that … Read more