Recipezaar: Desserts,Beginner Cook recipes

Super Easy Peppermint Kisses

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:19:58 -0500

My kids beg for these sweets every Christmas and Valentines day. They are lowfat, super easy, and adorable! -- posted by Ezri_B

Simplest Peanut Butter Cookies

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:12:53 -0500

A recipe from Lee Zalben's mother - Zalben is the creator and owner of Peanut Butter & Co. The nutritional information is inaccurate, as it includes all the variations; the basic recipe is, per cookie: 139 cal, 9.8g fat, 118mg sodium, 10.2g carbs, 4.0g sugar, 4.1g protein. The recipe appeared on Serious Eats on 9 Dec 2009 at http://bit.ly/87lM6g -- posted by DrGaellon

Bread Pudding Muffins

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:10:24 -0500

Chunks of leftover bread in a buttery, creamy, cinnamon-laced custard . Yum! This recipe is so easy to throw together and is great for breakfast or dessert. Recipe is from Marcy Goldman, excellent baking cookbook, "The New Best of BetterBaking.com" -- posted by blucoat

Five Minute Fudge

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:14:31 -0500

This is a quick and easy fudge made by my co-worker Heather. -- posted by dka

Dark Chocolate Coconut Drops

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:15:42 -0500

This is my grandmother's recipe and we had them every Christmas. She called them Hot Point Kisses. They are super-easy to make and not overly sweet - enjoy! -- posted by Park Rangerette

Marshmallow Peanut Butter Burrito!

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:26:48 -0500

This is so delicious for dessert or as a meal. Many flavors blended into one. -- posted by Kate the Magnificent

Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:33:50 -0500

This recipe came out of a Kraft Philadelphia Holiday Desserts Cookbook I picked up at the grocery store check out. It has a rich, mild peanut butter taste. While I know the directions sound very strange I promise you they work and you will be left with a wonderfully tasty pie. -- posted by Erindipity

Breakfast Cookies With Bacon

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:58:27 -0500

I as at the General's house for a brunch and these were so good I had to ask for the recipe! They're sweet and salty - a favorite combination of mine. My son asked me to make them the other day and I searched and couldn't find anything like them so figured I'd post it to keep the recipe alive. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by Buzymomof3

Sarasota's Simple Eagle Brand Fudge

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:08:17 -0500

I can't take any credit for this, and I'm sure this recipe has been made over and over, but, I always like to pass it on. At work, I used to take batches in every Christmas, and I was surprised to see how many people had never tried this simple recipe. For those who know me on Zaar, they know I DON'T like to bake and don't unless I have to. I'll bake cookies or a pie at Christmas, and I do bake these "TWO" cakes; rum and eggnog, and beer bread, but that is about the extent of it. Don't get me wrong, I can when I have to ... I just would rather cook. So I have been making this fudge for some 25 years. A simple mix of Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk and Morsels (any flavor). So, below is the basic recipe and some of my favorites. The best part is ... have fun with flavorings and added ingredients (extracts or liquors and dried fruits, nuts, coconut, etc). A quick 3 minutes in the microwave and then poured in a square 8x8 pan lined with foil or parchment and let cool. The easiest fudge around. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Caramel Apple Smoothie

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:20:32 -0500

I'm currently addicted to Yoplait Delights yogurt desserts, the caramel one is the best. Then it dawned on me I could make my own caramel apple concoctions with these awesome cups. -- posted by the80srule

Coconut Macaroons

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:26:16 -0500

From Flo-Bjelke-Peterson's Classic Country Cooking book. -- posted by Sara 76

Apricot Balls

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:37:13 -0500

From Flo Bjelke-Peterson's Classic Country Cooking book. I chop my almonds in the food processor to get the texture that works best for these. You can also use peanuts if you prefer. -- posted by Sara 76

Peanut Butter & Chocolate Fudge

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:52:17 -0500

I have made this recipe for years as one of the items on my Christmas trays I give to friends and family. It has become a most requested item. It is very easy! -- posted by Baseball Mom #5

Cranberry-White Chocolate Shortbread

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:57:38 -0500

I've been making these cookies for a few years now and they have always been a hit! They have a very nice presentation and seem like they are much more difficult to make than they are, not to mention they are very tasty too. They are also very easy to make - I usually substitute a bag of white chocolate chips for the Baker's chocolate to make it even easier. -- posted by Chef #578080

Peppermint Bark

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:25:46 -0500

These are a twist on the usual Chistmas bark made with candy canes. They are more like an after dinner mint, but none the less they are my son's favorite at Christmas time and make a great idea for gift giving. -- posted by Baseball Mom #5

Chocolate Marshmallow Brownie Fudge

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:26:03 -0500

rich and choclatey, easy to make, but takes a long time to cool. I invented this myself with ingredients in the kitchen -- posted by Mew Meow

Easiest and Best Fudge

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:41:35 -0500

One of the best things I loved about my job was the sharing of delicious treats at our potlucks - one Christmas potluck this fudge was arrived and I was lucky enough to grab some before it was all gone...I threw out all of my other fudge recipes because this one couldn't be simpler and tastes the best of all. My husband doesn't like nuts in his fudge so I leave it out and it's still delicious. -- posted by Chef Learnee

Chocolate & Walnut Crêpes/Palacinke (Lidia Bastianich)

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:43:58 -0500

These crêpes are often served with only a sprinkle of sugar or a bit of home-preserved fruits. Sometimes palacinke were more elaborate: filled with ricotta and baked or layered like a cake with different fillings in between. But the most luxuriousand Lidia's favouriteare palacinke spread with melted chocolate. You can use this recipe with any spread you like. This recipe is from her cookbook, "Lidia's Italy: 140 Simple and Delicious Recipes from the Ten Places in Italy Lidia Loves Most". -- posted by blucoat

Ruth Reichl's Sweet Potato Pie

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:44:18 -0500

A simple and delicious pie from Ruth Reichl's memoir, "Comfort Me with Apples". It's great as is and is also a very flexible recipe that you can adjust to your preference. You can substitute brown sugar for white, omit the rum or use bourbon instead, or increase the vanilla or spices. Recipe can be doubled for a deep-dish pie. (The cooking time will be nearly doubled as well.) -- posted by blucoat

Townhouse Cookies

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:53:48 -0500

My Grandma always used to make these for Christmas. They're super simple and easy. They won't be the prettiest looking cookie on the plate but they taste yummy. I rediscovered the recipe from an old Lutheran Church Women's Cookbook from Vining, MN that my sister had. -- posted by Cakeflake

Fantasy Fudge

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:55:44 -0500

A delicious and easy microwavable fudge recipe. From the Great American Brand Name Cookbook Collector's Edition. -- posted by Chef #686251

Easy & Quick Peanut Butter Fudge

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:56:03 -0500

Copied from the back of an S&S confectioners sugar bag, looks simple and yummy. -- posted by the80srule

Eggnog Muffins

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:57:42 -0500

I found this recipe a while ago and figured i would post here for safe keeping.. -- posted by Chef #625885

Mike's Super Easy Fudge

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:09:35 -0500

This is the simplest fudge recipe I have ever seen, and the results are great! -- posted by BB2011

Scandinavian Almond Bars

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:20:22 -0500

These are a favorite Christmas cookie for our family. I discovered the recipe in a Better Homes & Garden Christmas Cookie Book. -- posted by PMHawk

Best Glazed Butter Cookies (America's Test Kitchen)

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:29:49 -0500

The geniuses at America's Test Kitchen have created tender, crispy cookies that roll out easily. Cream cheesea surprise ingredientgives the cookies flavor and richness without altering their texture. For a dough that's incredibly easy to handle, this recipe uses the "reverse" creaming method: incorporate slightly softenednot meltedbutter into the flour and sugar (rather than first creaming the butter and sugar). If desired, the cookies can be finished with sprinkles or other decorations immediately after glazing. From Cook's Illustrated Magazine (November, 2003). -- posted by blucoat

Baked Apples

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:38:53 -0500

An incredibly easy, inexpensive dessert to make, with the payoff of something much more elaborate. Fairly low-cal and with ingredients that are easy to keep on hand, this is a great dessert to pull together in a pinch. Good on its own, even better piping hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Food Therapist

Easy, Yummy Truffles

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:39:11 -0500

Got this one from a Kraft's What's Cooking magazine a few years ago. It's such an simple recipe, but the truffles are rich and tasty. -- posted by CookingForThree

Any Flavor Microwave Cake in a Mug

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:03:28 -0500

This is our Christmas present choice. We are making little baskets for all of our family and friends. We are all about convenience and ease of recipe, so it uses box cake mix to make recipes easily reproduceable for the recipients. Enjoy and share with your college bound students, teachers, but maybe not the dentist. -- posted by RejRocks

Pink Salad

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:48:38 -0500

My mother makes this recipe at all our family functions and it's always been a big hit with old and new members to the clan. -- posted by wndy2011

Coffee Bark

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:03:42 -0500

If you like chocolate covered coffee beans, you'll love this. And it's waaay easier to make. -- posted by DbKnadler

Max's Oreo Pudding Cups

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:33:01 -0500

This is a recipe that my son Max loves and it is easy to make. -- posted by icancook2uknow

Pretzel Treats

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:37:07 -0500

These are perfect for school kids or that quick treat to take to a friend's house. I really like using the red-striped kiss on a pretzel at Christmas, topped with a red m&m. -- posted by Elle Anderson

Banana Apple Bread (From the Sweet Melissa Bakery)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:56:49 -0500

This is an excellent, moist banana bread by itself but the addition of caramelized brown sugar apples make this truly outstanding. You can add nuts or currants. Be sure to use super-ripe bananas (the blacker the better). The banana bread keeps well wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze well wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil for up to 3 weeks. Defrost (still wrapped) at room temperature. The recipe was printed in "The Sweet Melissa Baking Book: Recipes from the Beloved Bakery for Everyone's Favorite Treats" by Melissa Murphy. -- posted by blucoat

Boxing Day Bars

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:42:41 -0500

1. To give you that extra energy boost if you are one of those crazy boxing day shoppers! 2. Great recipe to make from leftover Halloween or Christmas candy or pick up the ingredients cheap on Boxing Day! This is my adaptation from a recipe originally published in Better Homes and Gardens... Feel free to substitute candies and let me know if it works (I'm thinking Snickers, chocolate covered cranberries, crushed oreo cookies... endless possibilities!) -- posted by Tanya Pants

Potato Candy

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:46:12 -0500

Cheap, easy, and quick little candy that my mom taught me how to make when I was little. I used to love to use my hands to squish it all up. My daughter now helps me make it. The recipe is nice because there is really no measuring involved. -- posted by Adams_SM

Mom's Holiday Mint Balls

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:08:50 -0500

This is a recipe that my mom used to make around the holidays. We even quadrupled it and used it at my sister's wedding. -- posted by lil sis93

Key Lime Cheesecake

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:56:22 -0500

This is a limey and sweet cheesecake that is sure to hit the spot! One of my husband's favorites. -- posted by Evadaovaachieva

Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:24:32 -0500

This is a homemade twist on Reese's peanut butter cups. -- posted by Chef Ryley

Kraft Strawberry Cream Freeze

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:49:19 -0500

Quick, easy dessert perfect for the summertime. From the wrapper of a popular cream cheese brand. Note: cooking time refers to freezing time. -- posted by Navy Wife Chef

Marbled Chocolate Chip Cookies

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:56:24 -0500

A neighbor shared this recipe with me over 20 years ago. It's a simple recipe using cake mix for rich tasting cookies. -- posted by *Kathy*

Storybook Peanut Butter Drops

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:58:04 -0500

This candy recipe is based on one found in one of my daughter's childhood books, in the 1990s. It is an easy microwaveble candy recipe that can be made with young children. Fast to prepare, with just a few ingredients needed. -- posted by planning2

Julie's Caramel Apple Salad

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:00:44 -0500

Our family loves this salad, even the picky eaters! Cooking time is cooling time. This makes a huge bowl full, which makes wonderful leftovers, but feel free to halve or even quarter the recipe if needed. Inspired by Chef Ain't B's recipe #252481. -- posted by puppitypup

Julie's Pecan Caramel Bars

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:02:49 -0500

These are so good, they've been the hit of the party everywhere I take them. Inspired by PanNan's recipe #37846, but tweaked a bit to suit my family's preference. (I can't tell any difference between baker's chocolate and chocolate chips, but evidently my family can.) -- posted by puppitypup

Eggnog Pound Cake

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:03:47 -0500

from Southern Living Magazine, Dec. 2009 -- posted by Mrs. Hughes

Double Chocolate Cookies

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:11:03 -0500

I make these cookies at least once a week, great tasting, these wont last long, -- posted by Chel085

Vanilla Pastry Cream / Creme Anglaise (Dorie Greenspan)

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 08:17:04 -0500

This recipe for Crème Anglaise is from "Desserts by Pierre Herme" by Pierre Herme, Dorie Greenspan uses a whole vanilla bean for maximum vanilla flavour. You can use it in fruit tarts (top a baked pie crust with the cream and then glazed fruit) or in Recipe #405944 . -- posted by blucoat

White Chocolate Cheesecake With Fresh Berries

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:27:28 -0500

Creamy white chocolate cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and topped with fresh berries (we use blueberries and sliced strawberries). We typically use a pre-made graham cracker crust but would be delicious with a homemade one, too! -- posted by Chef #631739

Gooey Butter Cookies

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:27:38 -0500

If you like Gooey Butter Cake you will LOVE these cookies. -- posted by P ROD

Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Clusters

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:38:57 -0500

My sister-in-law Lori sent me this recipe. It is easy and you won't believe how good these treats are. -- posted by Monica & Jamie Pearson

The Best Cake in the World

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:28:06 -0500

I am 10. I was making a cake a few days ago. It was really watery but I worked with it. My mom is not a fan of cake but she said this was one of the best cake's she has had. My dad said it was great ,too. I made another one with chocolate bits in it. My friend was secretly eating it while I was cutting the other one. I hope you like it as much as my family! -- posted by Chef #1506598

Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:37:49 -0500

This is my favourite treat at Christmas time. It's super easy, too! -- posted by Teri D

Amazingly Easy & Delicious Buttery Frosting!

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 16:50:46 -0500

I found the basis for this frosting through another members post. (Recipe #41923) I tweaked it to make it what I wanted that day, but it is so easily changed to make the smoothest, creamiest, buttery frosting I have ever had! And its EASY!!!! The first time I made it I added a tsp of coconut extract and after it was all mixed up I folded in a 1/2 cup of flaked coconut. It was a HIT!!! You won't regret trying this recipe! -- posted by ShayLyne81

Brownies

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:15:35 -0500

delisious easy to make brownies -- posted by REDSKY

Liz's Bread Pudding.

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:22:49 -0500

We used to have a Restaurant called "Old Country Buffet" and they had the best Bread Pudding you can ever think of. When they closed both of their restaurants where I used to live, my dad (a chef) decided to see if he could come up with the recipe. This is the closest we came and we hope you enjoy. I know I do!!! -- posted by .Liz.(Daddy's little Chef)

Indoor S'mores

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:32:57 -0500

Brilliantly made up and named by my hubby on one of his late night sweet tooth rampages. HAHA. It's very simple but actually really works well. -- posted by CyndiMorales

Liz's Peppermint Kisses.

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:22:42 -0500

You will love these for Christmas. My dad taught me this recipe, if I can do it (I have lousy hands...lol), you can do it. How did I get the sprinkles and dragées to stick? I used a thin coating of brown rice syrup that I painted on with a small brush (brown rice syrup is a liquid sweetener made from brown rice, that is just about half as sweet as sugar). Serving size really depends on how big or small you make them, I put 20 as an estimate. Have fun and enjoy!!! -- posted by .Liz.(Daddy's little Chef)

Jello Cake

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:32:18 -0500

This recipe is a family favorate, most people that have not tried it do not think that the combination goes together. Untill they have tried it. This is one of the most requested recipes that people ask me for. This dessert is great in the summer for something light, or all year round. -- posted by Lab Chef

Cardamom Spice Yogurt Pie With Fig Preserves

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:26:16 -0500

I love all of the ingredients in this recipe on their own--and even more when they all come together to make this healthy, delicious, simple dessert. -- posted by jo_mama

One Pan Cobbler

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:38:03 -0500

Delicious and simple. My mom gave me this recipe. I chose to make it with canned peaches. You can use the fruit of your choice, either canned or fresh. Serve it by itself or along with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Kamsgrl

Delicious Banana Caramel Pie

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:00:21 -0500

This is a combination of a couple of recipes I have used in the past. It is a huge hit with our families and is always requested at family gatherings. I usually keep a couple of cans of boiled condensed milk in my fridge around the holidays for last minute pies! The banana and caramel combo will melt in your mouth! -- posted by Degochef1971

Quick Low-Cal Cream Cones

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:01:51 -0500

Have ice cream cones but no ice cream? Got some Redi-Whip handy? Make a toddler happy at dessert time with a pseudo-ice cream cone. This is really low in calories but it feels like a really special treat. Great for young toddlers who may not be familiar with ice cream in cones yet. -- posted by Cakeflake

No Crust Peach Pie

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:19:35 -0500

This is an easy to make no-crust peach pie. It is a favorite of everyone's at parties. The inspiration for the pie came from recipezaar recipe #43876. I have since made changes to reflect my personal tastes and enjoyment with cooking. The vanilla liquor and vanilla powder add a depth to the recipe that leaves you guessing what-else is in the pie. -- posted by Mbunchj8

Almond Fudge Truffles

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:29:07 -0500

These are not rich as one would think and soo easy to make as there is no baking required! Great for parties or holidays! -- posted by Chef Luny

Cranberry Streusel Topped Cream Cheese Pie

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:29:46 -0500

Cheesecake cooked in a pie crust with cranberries and streusel topping. Got the recipe from www.eaglebrand.com -- posted by flirtyfunchick

Ginger Whip Cream for Pie

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:35:05 -0500

So good on pumpkin pie or crepes. -- posted by Coral_Jayne

Coconut, Cranberry, White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:17:23 -0500

I saw someone else with somewhat of a similar recipe and I tweaked everything. It's much healthier than the recipe I looked at originally. Make sure to take out the cookies immediately when they are ready. If they stay in the oven, they will quickly become too hard. -- posted by Linh #2

Easiest Oreo Ice Cream Pie

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:42:26 -0500

As easy as it gets. Oreo crust. Ice cream. -- posted by Simple but Delicious

Hershey Kiss Christmas Trees

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:57:54 -0500

A fun no-bake project. Create Christmas trees using kisses and peanut butter cups. -- posted by *Kathy*

Nutter-Roos

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:56:52 -0500

Found this in a Gooseberry Patch cookbook. Watch out though you can't just eat one. :) I put 3 minutes as the cook time but just keep an eye on it since microwave cook times may vary. -- posted by Chef #438673

Top Secret Maple Muffins

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:16:38 -0500

Hands-down, the best muffins I have ever made. It's like eating a pancake in your hand. -- posted by Chef #428642

Vegan Biscotti

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:27:43 -0500

Simple and delicious, perfect for gift giving, dipping in coffee or tea, and munching on for breakfast. Loved by all and easily adaptable to your likings. -- posted by Chef #1523996

Colourful Cupcakes

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:09:33 -0500

These are fun to make and they taste good too! I like using plain white cupcake liners so you can see the colours through them. The end result looks complicated but it is really quite easy and quick. -- posted by Food.Is.Good

Filbert Fancies

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:31:17 -0500

This is an old fashioned recipe that has been around for years. Fiberts are also known as "hazelnuts". -- posted by mommyoffour

Rum Balls

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:03:20 -0500

These are adult only versions of treats. Simple, tasty and just a little bit wicked! The brother-in-law rarely leaves any for anyone else! -- posted by Kim A. Heaphy

Wicked-Easy, Pick-A-Chip Cookies

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:44:20 -0500

My daughter Dea seldom bakes so she is always looking for an easy, tasty recipe. She said this suits her just fine. This is one of those "chip" recipes that enables you to use any flavor chip your little heart desires!! -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Easy Unfried Mexican Ice Cream

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:45:40 -0500

I came up with this after looking at recipezaar for a fried ice cream recipe. My daughter has a milk allergy so butter was out, plus I substituted Soy Delicious Ice Cream for her. Didn't have corn flakes, but happened to have Cinnamon Toast Crunch, if your going to add cinnamon and sugar might as well save a step. -- posted by M.O.T

Caramel Fruit Dip

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:11:26 -0500

I got this from a store recipe card. I can't wait to try it. It is made with ice cream topping, honey and cream cheese-Yum. I would like to try it with light cream cheese too. -- posted by Margie99

Festival Apple

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:22:29 -0500

Take yourself a green apple and make it actually taste fantastic! -- posted by Kate the Magnificent

Fat Free Dark Chocolate Caramel Brownies

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:24:13 -0500

My husband and I love this recipe! They are the best warm with a scoop of fat free frozen vanilla yogurt on top! -- posted by Me'Shell

Peanut Butter Fudge

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:57:39 -0500

This is the best fudge I have ever had. I begged my cousin for the recipe. -- posted by Srqchic

Death by Chocolate Trifle

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:41:29 -0500

This I have made many ways. If you don't like coffee and want a sweet dessert kids will LOVE, use sweetened condensed milk to pour over the cake (about 2/3 of the can) and refrigerate until completely cool. If you want a party dessert adults will love, use Kaluha, about 1/2 cup. Cool whip makes a great sub for whipped cream (might even be better!) but I am trying to use less "fake" foods so I choose to do real. the cool whip holds up better if this will be around for days though! Chocolate mousse is my favorite here, but lots of people have a hard time finding it, i know only a few stores around me carry it so I am listing it with pudding, but if you can find mousse, USE IT! -- posted by newmama

Raspberry Streusel Muffins (The Silver Palate)

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:09:58 -0500

These are really delicious and beautiful muffins from, "The Silver Palate Good Times Cookbook", by Julee Rosso, Sheila Lukins, and Sarah Leah Chase. The pecan streusel topping and the lemon glaze makes them extra-special. You can substitute blueberries for the raspberries. -- posted by blucoat

Orange Pineapple Sorbet!

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:30:39 -0500

I was making orange sorbet one day when I saw a can of pineapple in my pantry! I decided to add them in and it turned out fantastic! cooking time includes ice cream machine time, time spent in freezer, and chill time! -- posted by Smileekid

Strawberry Daiquiri Pie

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:42:07 -0500

This is a refreshing fast and easy no bake pie! :) This does take about 4 hours to set up. -- posted by sweetcakes

The World's Fastest Chocolate Sour Cream Cake!! Maybe the Best!

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:51:25 -0500

So so so good! So so so little work. Well, yeah, come on, you DO have to measure the ingredients. And a simple glaze would be good. But if you are really, I mean REALLY, pressed for time, place a paper doily on the cake, sift confectioner's sugar over it, lift carefully and there you have it. And this is sooo much better than a cake mix. I use an 8" square scalloped pan; that makes it look really special. Nawww, that's not cheating. It's just taking a little help where you can find it! Recipe was found somewhere on the internet April, 1998. That's how long I've been making it. -- posted by Jezski

Sweet Red Pepper Tart (Dessert)

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:09:26 -0500

Sweet dessert tart with something like Capsicum Jam. A sophisticated taste, unlikely to please children I think.... Adapted from a recipe by Andrew Schloss, you will either love it, or hate it. -- posted by Dipps

Kellogg's® Pop-Tarts® Valentines

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:42:31 -0500

Say Be mine! with a very cherry, quick-to-fix Valentine featuring POP-TARTS® Frosted Cherry toaster pastries. -- posted by KELLOGG'S® POP-TARTS® toaster pastries

Chocolate Mug Cake

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:10:00 -0500

Yummiest chocolate mud cake so quick and easy to make in the time it takes to make a cuppa to go with it! (perfect for the work lunch room!) -- posted by Mummy Super Cook

Soft Centered Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:49:41 -0500

you want to pull these off the cooling rack as soon as possible!! (they will stick) -- posted by Care Bear Caroline

Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:03:02 -0500

Not your normal cheesecake bites with cream cheese and graham cracker crust. This is simple, sweet, and delicious! I use fresh strawberries and stuff them with a cream cheese and marshmallow puff mixture and top it off with crushed graham crackers. You will not disappoint! -- posted by Phammy

Lemoniest Lemon Squares

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 23:08:24 -0500

These are the best lemon bars I've ever tried. They have a fabulously buttery crust, a not too sweet or too tart curd-like lemony filling, and a thin chewy top. The recipe is from San Francisco pastry chef Emily Luchetti's cookbook, "Classic Stars Desserts". With more than a cup of fresh lemon juice, the lemon flavour is really pronounced, the filling sets up real well and the dusted sugar makes for a beautiful presentation. NOTE: The squares can be made a day in advance, covered and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving. Dust with confectioner's sugar before serving. -- posted by blucoat

Cake Crumb Cookies

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:15:06 -0500

A great way to use up leftover cake from leveling cake layers or cake that is starting to dry up. I have successfully made this using day-old muffins. Just add more sugar depending on how sweet your cake/muffin crumbs are to start. These cookies are soft, spicy and open to variation. Add more milk if your dough seems dry -- posted by lilsweetie

Deep South Crisco Cake

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:57:30 -0500

This is a delicious pound cake made without the addition of milk... My mom would ask me, when I was a kid, what kind of cake did I want for my birthday. My answer was always "Crisco Cake!" This is also the only cake requested for Christmas dinner this year! Do not scrape off the crust that forms on the top of the cake.. it is the best part!!!! -- posted by monagrays

Microwaveable Chocolate Ganache

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:35:06 -0500

No double boiler needed! Use it for icing or filling a cake, or to make truffles. Recipes vary slightly so I wanted to post my go-to ganache so I can find it every time. And you can easily double or triple this one. My basic ganache uses a 2:1 ratio of dark chocolate to heavy cream, 3:1 ratio of white chocolate to heavy cream, somewhere in between for milk chocolate. Those measurements don't translate perfectly in a measuring cup so the 2:1 ratio is below (most common) The better the chocolate the richer the ganache. I love mixing semi-sweet with bittersweet. At room temperature it's a perfect truffle consistency. It can be flavored with extracts or liquers. Hazelnut extract makes it so yummy! Grand Marnier would be good too, but is delicious plain. -- posted by Chef #1530933

Mocha for One (Or Two)

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:25:08 -0500

The only hot cocoa for one recipes that I could find use milk, but I wanted one I could make with coffee......................walah!!!! Update: Upon further investigation I have discovered that this recipe is more for two than one........................so, if you think it is a little thick, try cutting it in half. -- posted by Stephen Shafer

Dark Chocolate Cake

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:15:25 -0500

My neighbour brought this over one day and it was about the best chocolate cake I had eaten. -- posted by Fitness Guru

Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:54:13 -0500

This is a great recipe to make when you have a limited amount of time and your little ones want cookies now!! -- posted by Davalyn_rain

Fruit Pizza

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:20:16 -0500

Very appealing to the eye and even better; easy to make and fun to eat. A great way to celebrate fruit so have fun and mix and match. You can even have fun with the "crust," try using sugar cookie or even choc chip cookie dough instead of the pizza pie crust. No matter how you personalized this recipe it's sure to put a smile on everyones face! -- posted by Chef #1544785

Bisquick Chocolate Chip Cookies- Just 6 Ingredients!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:16:18 -0500

Classic comfort food. I remember making these in home ec back in the day. God I hated junior high and would never want to relive that torture: but those cookies were good! That good to make me want to remember it. And we didn't keep Bisquick in my house so it was an especially great delight for me. Makes about 16-24 cookies depending on how big you make them. They may not taste as fine as pure from scratch cookies, but they still taste good and are a time-tested kid pleaser. Can sub vegetable oil or shortening for the butter but the butter tastes better. And to make these a tad fancier, I suggest using 1/2 tsp vanilla and 1/2 tsp almond extract. -- posted by the80srule