Desserts

Refreshing Lemon Cake Recipe with Lemon Glaze

I love lemon desserts, and this lemon cake recipe is one of my latest favorites. It’s super easy to make and seriously fast to prep and get into the oven. Those are my favorite kinds of desserts. Being able to whip something up from scratch that is easy to make is a huge bonus in…

The Perfect New York Style Cheesecake Recipe

One of the very first things I learned to make in my mother’s kitchen was her classic New York-style cheesecake recipe. I don’t know where her recipe originated, but I do remember many special events, gatherings, and family meals included this tucked away in the refrigerator chilling until after dinner. To this day, this has…

Creamy Indian Fruit Custard Recipe

There is nothing more refreshing in the summer than a delicious Indian fruit custard. I have had this dozen of times, if not hundreds, when visiting our local favorite Indian restaurant, but had never made it at home. Custards are always a favorite for me anyway, but something about this flavor and fruit combination just…

Delicious Fresh Strawberry Bread

There is nothing better in summer than a warm slice of this fresh strawberry bread. It’s just sweet enough to feel like dessert and easy enough to whip up any day of the week. I’ve served this for breakfast, dessert, or just as a snack! Add the simple glaze on top for just a little…

How to Make Basic Crepes Perfect Every Time

Crepes are one of those show stopper recipes everyone needs to know how to make. This tutorial for how to make basic crepes perfectly is all you need to turn simple ingredients into a delicate light treat that can be both sweet and savory. I spent most of my adult life thinking I could never…

The Best Fluffy Homemade Belgian Waffle Recipe

If you prefer sweet breakfasts over savory, then you are in for a treat. This homemade Belgian waffle recipe is seriously the best and fluffiest I have ever had. A classic waffle has a slightly crisp exterior with the pillowy middle, and this thicker waffle is one that never fails to turn out perfect. Whip…

Chai-Spiced Baked Apples with Vanilla Bean Gelato

My dad taught me practically everything I know about cooking. Rule number one: garlic, rosemary, and lemon belong on a whole roasted chicken. Rule number two: fresh sage and white cheddar cheese are best friends. The list goes on and on, but when it comes to final courses—there’s one guideline I’ll never forget. When you…

Decadent Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze

There is nothing like waking up in the morning to that perfect decadent smell of cinnamon and sugar in the oven. These cinnamon rolls are one of my favorite breakfast recipes, and the addition of cream cheese glaze just brings them up a notch. A very simple dough with yeast, flour, sugar, and cinnamon comes…

The Best Ever Homemade Rice Pudding Recipe

Nothing screams comfort like a warm bowl of homemade rice pudding. This staple dessert in our home is one found in many cultures and various styles. For Asian and Indian families that may be a cold pudding, but here in the heart of Michigan, it’s a hot creamy concoction loaded with cinnamon, raisins, and cream. …

Soft Italian Easter Cookies Recipe

Bite into the perfect fluffy and soft Italian Easter cookies recipe as a special treat in your own Easter basket this year. An easy sugar cookie recipe that has just enough extra hint of flavor is a perfect addition to Easter dinner and Easter baskets. If you’ve been afraid of making cookies, this recipe is…

Best Homemade Hot Cross Buns (Video Recipe)

Every year, I looked forward to hot cross buns recipe being shared at church potlucks. While it wasn’t a recipe my mom made, it was one that I personally enjoyed and knew I would one day have to make for myself. This variation of the classic Easter treat is a new favorite easy method. Whether…

The BEST Easter Egg Cookie Recipe Ever

Get ready for Easter desserts with this delicious and easy Easter egg cookie recipe. If you love a classic sugar cookie, then this is going to be a hit with your family. A simple and fast icing adds to the yum factor of this cookie and makes them look even cuter on the Easter table….

Flaky Pear Turnover Recipe

There is nothing more delicious than a fresh pear turnover recipe straight from the oven. This flaky crust with tender pears and the perfect blend of sugar and cinnamon are mouthwateringly delicious. The best part of this recipe is how easy it is to make these in just a few minutes. A perfect addition to…