Taste of Home - Dessert Recipes

Witches' Brew with Broomsticks

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:55:40 GMT

While growing up, my boys enjoyed helping me make this beverage with "broomsticks". Now I use the recipe with my grandchildren.

Mini Pumpkin Cakes

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:55:40 GMT

I saw these cute cakes at a local grocery store and decided to make my own version at home. They’re a hit at any fall gathering.

Persimmon Squash Pie

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:55:40 GMT

I created this recipe for our local persimmon festival, using homegrown squash. I like to make two pies and use more toffee bits and pecans for garnish.

Butter Pecan Roll-Ups

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:48:03 GMT

This is my variation of traditional lace cookies. Enjoy them alone or serve alongside dishes of ice cream.

Almond Crunch Toffee

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:48:03 GMT

This recipe has been my claim to fame since I was 14 years old. One bite and you won't be able to stop eating it!

Butterscotch Hard Candy

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:48:03 GMT

The old-fashioned flavor of these butterscotch candies appeals to kids of all ages. My family can't stop eating them!

Chocolate Gingersnaps

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:43:25 GMT

When my daughter, Jennifer, was 15 years old, she created this recipe as a way to combine two of her favorite flavors. They're great with a glass of milk.

Cranberry-Cherry Lattice Pie

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:43:25 GMT

“My mom used to make this pie for the holidays when I was a girl.” But at $.81 per serving, you can afford to make this delicious pie all year long. —J. Tomasi, Toledo, Ohio

Minty Ice Cream Pie

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:43:25 GMT

“Ice-cream pies are so versatile because you can use your favorite ice-cream, toppings and decorations. You can also make them well in advance and keep them on-hand for unexpected company.” —Lorraine J. Darocha, Mountain City, Tennessee

Chocolate Ring Cake

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:38:31 GMT

Black walnuts add a flavor twist to this scrumptious, from-scratch cake. I loved to lick the remnants of the sweet, chocolate frosting from Mom's stainless steel bowl. —Joann Jensen (daughter), Lowell, Indiana

Cinnamon Peach Kuchen

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:38:31 GMT

This favorite dessert-a recipe from my mom-is one I make for many of my dinner guest. It tastes incredible warm or cold.—Rachel Garcia, Arlington, Virginia

Winter Fantasy Snowflake Cupcakes

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:38:31 GMT

Best-selling authors of the book Hello, Cupcake!, Karen Tack & Alan Richardson, spent a few days with us creating one-of-a-kind beauties that you can make at home—no special tools or talents required. Just bake your favorite cupcakes, have your favorite vanilla icing on hand and HAVE FUN!

Winter Fantasy Poinsettia Cupcakes

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:23:35 GMT

Winter Fantasy Star Cupcakes

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:23:35 GMT

Winter Fantasy Cupcakes

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:23:35 GMT