Desserts

This dessert is perfect for that first autumn day you can feel a nip in the air. It’s full of...

I bake from scratch because I believe that love—and sweetened condensed milk—are the best ingredients. —Kathryn Work, Louisville, Kentucky

These buttery spice cookies are a cross between sugar cookies and gingerbread, creating the best of both worlds. —April Drasin,...

Gingersnaps lend crunch to my heartwarming cool-weather classic, featuring the season's juiciest fruit—pears.—Linda Robertson, Cozad, Nebraska

We enjoy this cake as a snack, packed in lunches or as a scrumptious dessert when warmed and topped with...

Orange and lemon zest give gingerbread cutouts a refreshing twist. Brushing a honey glaze over the top adds a subtle...

Here’s my go-to combination of ingredients for the best spice cookies. They’re a natural for fall, but I make them...

This gingerbread house is a fun and tasty Christmas craft the whole family will enjoy putting together! —Taste of Home...

We grow blackberries on our farm that our family enjoys in pies, jams, jellies and cobblers. I love to pull...

A chocolate drizzle lends extra sweetness to biscotti loaded with walnuts and dried cranberries. —Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri

This simple lemon shortcake is tender and not overly sweet. Enjoy this summertime classic with a generous layer of whipped...

Tinting flaky white coconut reminds me of snowflakes falling under holiday lights. The reds and greens add colorful Christmas wonder....

This recipe is so delicious and is sure to become a favorite of your family. The pecans make them so...

This yummy pie has old-fashioned appeal, but is so easy to prepare. Serve it with ice cream drizzled with maple...

For an old-fashioned sweet treat just like Grandma made, try this creamy pudding. It has a rich cinnamon flavor. The...

Inspired by a favorite ice cream flavor, I created this make-ahead recipe to free up some time in the kitchen....

Lower in fat and calories than you might ever guess, these sweet bars couldn't be easier to whip up, boast...

Tiramisu is a classic dessert that everyone enjoys. For a more fall flavor, try this version, which features a creamy...

This is the best applesauce cranberry cookie recipe. These delicious cookies are full of pecans, dried cranberries and chocolate chips...

Orange and lemon beautifully complement the raspberry flavor in this dense cake. Add a dusting of confectioners’ sugar for a...

Chocolate, pistachios and cranberries make a dramatic, delicious trio. Introducing the cranberries to this recipe added tartness, texture and color,...

Add a touch of whimsy to your holiday spread with these chocolaty treats. They're perfect for getting little ones involved....

When my daughter was 4 months old, my husband and I hosted both of our families for Christmas dinner. I...

Wait for the oohs and aahs when you present this luxurious lemon cheesecake recipe. The lemon flavor gives it a...

This recipe is a longtime family favorite. The cookies are soft and delicious, and the aroma while baking is absolutely...

Hints of orange and coffee lend standout flavor to this elegant cannoli-inspired cake. A variation of this cake was a...

Super-moist cake gets all spiced up in this scrumptious slow-cooked dessert. If you want it a little sweeter, drizzle it...

To say this cake is elegant would be an understatement. It’s worthy of special occasions, but once you learn

This recipe won Grand Champion at the Alaska State Fair, and with just one bite, you'll see why! The decadent...