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Tag: Dessert

  • Sweet Potato Pie

    Sweet Potato Pie

    Sweet Potato Pie is a delectable southern classic.  Many versions of this beloved traditional dessert have been passed down for generations. It’s economical, easy, and downright delicious. Makes 8 servings Ingredients: For Pie: For Whipped Cream Topping: Directions: Tip:

  • Kolache Sweethearts

    Kolache Sweethearts

    Kolaches — from the Czech and Slovak words that mean “cake/pie” — are fruit-filled pastries that are a staple in many Eastern European countries. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare. Taste the love in this homemade, heart-shaped version of flaky, buttery pastry filled with a sweet fruit preserve. Makes 28-30 kolache Ingredients:…

  • Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cake

    Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cake

    This moist and delicious oatmeal cake is made with old-fashioned rolled oats. The topping contains broiled shredded sweetened coconut, that adds a delicious crunch. This cake tastes even better the next day. It’s great for snacking and family gatherings. Makes 9 to12 servings Ingredients:        Cake          Topping Directions:  Tip:

  • Apple Roses

    Apple Roses

    These beautiful rose-shaped pastries are made with soft and delicious apple slices, wrapped in sweet and crispy puff pastry. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: Directions: Tips:

  • Streusel-Topped Blueberry Cake

    Streusel-Topped Blueberry Cake

    This quick-to-make coffee cake celebrates July’s fresh summer blueberries.  It uses ingredients on hand and is delicious for breakfast, brunch or dessert!  Makes 9 servings Ingredients: Cake Ingredients: Topping Directions: 

  • Strawberry Shortcake with Yogurt Whipped Cream

    Strawberry Shortcake with Yogurt Whipped Cream

    A classic biscuit-style strawberry shortcake with a yogurt honey twist to the whipped cream. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: Strawberries and Biscuits Yogurt Whipped Cream Directions: Tip: Yogurt Whipped Cream can be made the day before. Keep refrigerated.

  • Sweet Potato Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze

    Sweet Potato Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze

    This bundt cake is rich and moist cake thanks to the farm fresh sweet potatoes. It’s flavored with fall baking spices and seasonal apple cider, then topped with an irresistible Brown Sugar Glaze. Serves 12-14 Ingredients: Sweet Potato Cake Brown Sugar Glaze * Directions: Tips: * The Brown Sugar Glaze was adapted from a…

  • Apple Upside Down Spice Cake

    Apple Upside Down Spice Cake

    This cake is baked on top of caramelized apples.  When done baking, the cake is inverted or turned “upside down” onto a plate.  Surprise…the gooey caramelized apples become the delicious topping! Makes 8 servings Ingredients: Apple topping: Spice Cake: Directions: Tips:

  • Plum Kuchen

    Plum Kuchen

    This simple family recipe calls for ingredients “on hand.” Serve for breakfast, brunch or dessert.   Makes 8 servings. Ingredients: Directions: Tip:

  • Apricot Basil Truffles – courtesy of Katherine Anne Confections

    Apricot Basil Truffles – courtesy of Katherine Anne Confections

    This recipe makes about 40 truffles. Ingredients: Directions: