Baking

Few things are sweeter than homemade cookies, cakes, pies and other desserts, which is why we’ve dedicated this page to baking recipes. Discover tips, tricks, recipes and much more.

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    Chai Snickerdoodles

    When I think of winter, I think of two things: warm cookies and chai. My recipe combines the two in...


    Cream Cheese Frosted Gingerbread Men

    Every Christmas, my family would visit a display of the most amazing gingerbread houses. Of course, we’d get to munch...


    Dark Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding

    Croissants make an incredible base for this rich, chocolaty bread pudding. I prefer dark chocolate, but semisweet or white chocolate...


    Apple Streusel Bars

    I made these delicious bars for a friend's birthday once and now he requests them every year! They have a...


    Apple Cinnamon Cake

    This apple cinnamon cake is equally good for breakfast or dessert, so be sure to not eat all of it...


    Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies

    I used to buy name-brand breakfast cookies from the supermarket, but since I found this recipe I've enjoyed making my...


    Lemon & Rosemary Shortbread Cookies

    Lemon and rosemary make these luscious treats a sweet surprise for a few friends. —Malorie Harris, Wildomar, California

    Peppermint Twists

    Serve your family and friends this delicate twist that showcases one of the most popular flavors of the season—peppermint! —Taste...


    Holiday Thumbprint Cookies

    Speckled with chopped nuts and topped with a candied cherry, these tender cookies will disappear fast.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Chocolate Chip-Cranberry Scones

    My daughter started making these as a "healthy" alternative to cookies since we seem to like cookies of any kind....


    Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Pizzelle

    I've experimented with different varieties of pizzelle recipes, but this is definitely a favorite. My dad likes to help make...


    Majestic Pecan Cake

    This recipe truly lives up to its name. The pecan-dotted cake is stacked in three layers, and made-from-scratch frosting is...


    Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    Enjoy this holiday dessert without worrying about calories. Plus it is so luscious that no one will guess that it...


    Chocolate-Nut Pinwheel Cookies

    As a little girl, I made these with my mother every Christmas. Now I make them every year with my...


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    Gingerbread Cookie Cutouts

    Add a little snow hat (complete with a pompom) to a classic gingerbread shape to create adorable gingerbread Santas. —Christy...


    Wonderful Carrot Cake

    This healthy carrot cake recipe is moist, tender and delicious. Kids will love it because it's sweet, and you'll love...

    Chocolate Chip Cranberry Bread

    This cranberry bread is tender and moist. The first time I made it, it immediately became a favorite for the...


    Chocolate Peanut Cookies

    When I want chocolate chip cookies, I bake this variation, which is full of other goodies, such as candy and...


    Pizzelle

    This recipe was adapted from one that my Italian-born mother and grandmother followed. They used old irons on a gas...


    Purple-Ribbon Pumpkin Cake

    I belong to a Christmas village collectors' club and we all bring a potluck dish to our monthy meetings. The...


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    Best Strawberry Shortcake

    For a dazzling summer dessert, you can’t beat juicy strawberries and fresh whipped cream over homemade shortcake. My father added...


    Rhubarb Cranberry Cookies

    I like the sudden hit of sweetness when you bite into the white chips. It really complements the tart flavor...


    Makeover Traditional Cheesecake

    Though softer than a full-fat cheesecake, this lightened-up dessert has all of the original's delectable flavor. It's sure to make...


    Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins

    Whole wheat flour gives nutritious flair to these healthy blueberry muffins. Fresh from the oven, they’ll warm you up on...


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    Vanilla Cream Puff Dessert

    Inspired by classic cream puffs, this recipe is a wonderful treat. I've served it at holidays, birthday parties and Cub...


    Appalachian Cornbread

    On this westernmost ridge of the Appalachians, we get abundant rain and sunshine, which allows our children to grow a...


    Glazed Chocolate Angel Food Cake

    A drizzling of rich chocolate glaze lends an elegant touch and will keep guests wanting more. With only 3g of...