My favorite fudgy brownies topped with marshmallows, peanuts and extra chocolate. These rocky road brownies are chewy, gooey and impossible to resist—arguably even better than rocky road ice cream! When I was a child, the local grocery sold large trays of rocky road brownies. They were dense and fudgy with a marshmallow layer cloaked in … Read more

These Homemade Sticky Buns from Scratch start with a tender, yeast-leavened dough rolled with melted butter and cinnamon sugar, then baked atop a warm, gooey caramel-pecan topping. The result is soft, buttery buns with a sticky, nutty glaze that melt in your mouth the moment you take a bite. How to Make the Best Homemade … Read more

Zucchini banana bread is ultra moist, tender, and one of the most flavorful banana breads you can make. Lightly sweet and perfect for breakfast, it’s a great way to use up fresh zucchini and overripe bananas. Combine ripe brown bananas with grated zucchini and you get a loaf that’s moist, tender, and full of flavor. … Read more

These Lemon Bar Macarons feature bright lemon-flavored macaron shells sandwiched around a buttery shortbread crust center and a silky lemon curd. The combination tastes like a miniature lemon bar — tart, rich, and utterly irresistible for anyone who loves lemon desserts. Table of Contents Lemon Macarons Using the Swiss Method What is a Bain-Marie? How … Read more

A rich pumpkin spice filling layered over a crunchy Oreo cookie crust and finished with silky chocolate ganache—this pumpkin chocolate cheesecake is a delightful twist on a classic. Light and slightly mousse-like in texture, it’s an ideal dessert for fall and Thanksgiving. This cheesecake delivers warm pumpkin spice notes combined with the creaminess of a … Read more

This simple homemade coconut cake is moist, tender and bursting with genuine coconut flavor. It’s finished with a light coconut buttercream and a sprinkling of toasted coconut for extra texture and flavor. This coconut cake is, quite honestly, one of the best coconut cakes you can make at home. The balance of flavor and texture … Read more

This Shoo Fly Pie is a beloved Pennsylvania Dutch classic: a buttery pie crust filled with a gooey molasses bottom, topped with a cake-like molasses batter and a crisp crumb topping. It’s rich, warmly spiced, and best enjoyed at room temperature or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream. Table of Contents Wet-Bottom Versus Dry-Bottom … Read more

These white chocolate cranberry oatmeal cookies are soft and chewy with plenty of texture from old-fashioned oats. Brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and a touch of molasses give them warm, cozy flavor, while white chocolate chips and dried cranberries add sweet-tart contrast—an easy, delicious cookie for the holidays. Updated December 8, 2022 with new photos, slight … Read more

These gingerbread brownies are thick and fudgy with a deep chocolate-gingerbread flavor. They develop crinkly tops and are studded with chocolate chips. The blend of warm ginger spices, molasses and dark chocolate creates a grown-up dessert that works especially well for the holidays. Classic gingerbread notes come from molasses, brown sugar, vanilla and warm spices … Read more

This 6-inch Single Layer Peppermint Chocolate Cake is moist, chocolatey, and bright with peppermint. Paired with a light peppermint Swiss meringue buttercream, it’s the perfect small dessert for the holidays or any time you want a refreshing chocolate‑peppermint treat. Why This Recipe Works Simple, quick, and approachable for bakers of all levels. Yields a single … Read more