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Baking


Orange Rum Bundt Cake: A Citrusy, Boozy Dessert That Delivers Pure Indulgence
There are cakes that taste good, and then there are cakes that stop you in your tracks with each bite. This moist and dense orange rum...

ER Kent
3 min read


Vanilla Bean Pound Cake with Buttermilk: A Fragrant, Velvety Dessert That Celebrates Pure Vanilla Flavor
There’s something timeless about a slice of pound cake — buttery, tender, and simple enough to be dressed up or enjoyed on its own. This...

ER Kent
3 min read


Brown Sugar Apple Cake with Warm Cinnamon Frosting: A Cozy Dessert That Tastes Like Fall in Every Bite
There’s something about the combination of apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar that feels like a hug on a chilly day. This brown sugar...

ER Kent
3 min read


RumChata Pound Cake with Warm Cinnamon RumChata Sauce: A Boozy, Buttery Dessert That Feels Like a Celebration
If you’ve ever enjoyed a sip of RumChata — that creamy blend of Caribbean rum, real dairy cream, cinnamon, and vanilla — then you know...

ER Kent
3 min read


Blueberry Coffee Cake with Buttery Streusel Topping: A Tender, Fruity Bake Perfect for Any Occasion
There’s nothing quite like the smell of coffee cake baking — warm cinnamon, buttery crumbs, and sweet fruit mingling in the oven. This...

ER Kent
3 min read


Lime Blueberry Pound Cake: A Bright, Tangy Twist on a Beloved Classic
Pound cake is a timeless dessert, but when you infuse it with lime zest and fold in juicy blueberries, it transforms into something truly...

ER Kent
3 min read


Pumpkin Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting: Moist, Spiced Perfection with a Maple-Sweet Finish
When fall rolls around and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing more comforting than the aroma of pumpkin, cinnamon, and sugar baking in...

ER Kent
3 min read


Churro Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting: A Sweet Carnival-Inspired Treat in Cupcake Form
If you love churros, you’re going to adore these churro cupcakes with cinnamon cream cheese frosting. They capture the flavors of the...

ER Kent
3 min read


Spiced Eggnog Pound Cake with Eggnog Glaze: A Festive Holiday Showstopper
Eggnog isn’t just for sipping by the fire — it makes an incredible baking ingredient, too. This spiced eggnog pound cake takes everything...

ER Kent
3 min read


Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping and Cinnamon Maple Glaze: The Cozy Autumn Bake You’ll Want All Year
If fall had a flavor, it would be this cake. Imagine a tender, spiced pumpkin base, a buttery cinnamon-sugar crumb topping that crunches...

ER Kent
3 min read


Buttermilk Pound Cake: A Velvety, Tender Classic with Old-Fashioned Charm
Pound cake has always been a timeless dessert, but when you bring buttermilk into the mix, you get something truly special — a soft,...

ER Kent
3 min read


Almond Meltaway Cookies: Soft, Buttery Almond Cookies With a Sweet Glaze That Melts in Your Mouth
If you’re searching for a cookie that’s as delicate as it is flavorful, almond meltaway cookies are it. Tender and buttery with the...

ER Kent
3 min read


Millionaire’s Shortbread: Buttery Shortbread Topped With Golden Caramel and Silky Chocolate
If you’ve ever wanted a dessert that combines the best of all worlds — buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and a glossy layer of chocolate...

ER Kent
3 min read


Iced Soft Cranberry Cookies: Tender, Fruity Cookies Topped With Sweet Vanilla Glaze and Sugared Cranberries
These iced soft cranberry cookies are the kind of treat that instantly makes any day feel festive. Soft and pillowy in texture, they’re...

ER Kent
3 min read


Easy Vintage 1940’s Custard Pie: A Silky-Smooth Dessert With a Hint of Nutmeg
Custard pie is one of those timeless desserts that never goes out of style. With its smooth, creamy filling and subtle hint of nutmeg,...

ER Kent
3 min read


Lemon Raspberry Muffins: Bright, Bakery-Style Muffins Bursting With Citrus and Juicy Berries
These lemon raspberry muffins are everything you want in a bakery-style treat: golden domes, tender crumb, and the perfect balance of...

ER Kent
3 min read


Cherry Cheesecake Cupcakes: A Bite-Sized Dessert With Graham Cracker Crunch and Creamy Topping
These cherry cheesecake cupcakes combine everything you love about cheesecake and cupcakes in one irresistible bite. Soft vanilla-graham...

ER Kent
3 min read


Baked Apple Fritters With Sweet White Glaze That Taste Just Like the Fried Version
There’s something irresistible about apple fritters—the soft, spiced dough, the tender bites of apple, and that glossy white glaze that...

ER Kent
4 min read


Blueberry Sweet Rolls with Lemon Glaze – A Soft, Fruity, and Irresistible Breakfast Treat
These blueberry sweet rolls with lemon glaze are the perfect combination of fluffy dough, sweet blueberry filling, and a tangy citrus...

ER Kent
2 min read


Fluffernutter Stuffed Peanut Butter Cookies – A Gooey Marshmallow Center Wrapped in Buttery Peanut Butter Cookie Goodness That Melts in Your Mouth
These Fluffernutter Stuffed Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate mashup of soft peanut butter cookies and nostalgic fluffernutter...

ER Kent
2 min read
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