Taste of Home - Dessert Recipes

Potato Chip Crunchies

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:13:59 GMT

I usually have all sorts of baked goodies waiting for my family when they come home for the holidays. No matter how fancy the other cookies are, these are usually the first to go.

German Chocolate Toffee Cookies

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:13:59 GMT

When I first shared these crisp cookies with folks at the hospital where I work as a cook, everyone's palate was pleased! German sweet chocolate gives them a unique twist.

Nutty Butter Munchies

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:13:59 GMT

I developed this recipe for a crisp cookie as a way to satisfy my sweet tooth. Peanuts and pecans are abundant here in Louisiana, so I bake with them often.

Chewy Raisin Molasses Cookies

Wed, 22 May 2013 04:13:04 GMT

Molasses adds a little more flavor to a traditional oatmeal raisin cookie. My husband loves the soft and chewy texture of these cookies. The recipe is from his mother.

Cherry Almond Chews

Wed, 22 May 2013 04:13:04 GMT

I make these attractive cherry coconut cookies every Christmas for family and friends. During that busy time of year, I appreciate the fact that they freeze well, so I can make them ahead.

Frosted Raisin Nut Cookies

Wed, 22 May 2013 04:13:04 GMT

This old-fashioned cookie is topped with an irresistible brown sugar frosting. I've had the recipe for more than 45 years and have given it out countless times.

Microwave Oatmeal Bars

Tue, 21 May 2013 03:57:51 GMT

My mother shared this speedy recipe with me. There are not a lot of ingredients, so these chewy treats are easy to fix in the microwave. —Annette Self, Junction City, Ohio

Moist Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Tue, 21 May 2013 03:57:51 GMT

This cake is perfect for fall. As it bakes, the aroma fills the house with a spicy scent.

Walnut Thumbprints

Tue, 21 May 2013 03:57:51 GMT

Out of all my cookie recipes, I get the most requests for this one. A friend gave the recipe to me years ago and it's become our family's favorite.

Candy Cane Cookies

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:14:25 GMT

Guests will have a merry time munching these mild mint cookies. The cute crunchy candy canes are easy to form once you color the dough - just roll into ropes and twist together.

Lemon Pineapple Dessert

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:14:25 GMT

In Arcadia, Ohio, Patricia Aurand needs just four ingredients to prepare this refreshing lemon fluff. It's sweet, creamy and special enough for company.

Pecan Peach Cobbler

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:14:25 GMT

The nutmeg comes through in this effortless version of peach cobbler that relies on convenient canned pie filling and refrigerated biscuits. "It is very good served warm," recommends Phyllis Schmalz of Kansas City, Kansas.

Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:10:57 GMT

"Our family grows lots of pumpkins, but I have to put dibs on some or the children will carve every one!" exclaims Margaret Slocum of Ridgefield, Washington. "I like to use them - or convenient canned pumpkin - in this moist cake."

Cranberry Upside Down Cake

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:10:57 GMT

"When I'm rushed for a dessert for a Christmas potluck, I grab the recipe for this old-fashioned cake," writes Ruth Marie Lyons of Boulder, Colorado. A cake mix gets special treatment from walnuts, pineapple and cranberries.

Brownie Delight

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:10:57 GMT

Brownie mix and instant pudding hurry along the preparation of this scrumptious layered dessert from Opal Erickson of Branson, Missouri. "My family asks for this rich treat for birthdays instead of cake," she notes.