Pina Colada Lush
Pina colada lush is such a fantastic warm weather dessert—it's so light and refreshing, and a breeze to make! I love how the tart pineapple pairs with the sweet coconut. —Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa
Creamy Strawberry Icebox Cake
My family loves this icebox cake for two reasons: First, it is a delicious way to use strawberries at their...
Apple-Walnut Bread Pudding
Bread pudding is one of those desserts that you basically can throw anything into. It's the kitchen sink of desserts....
Best Ever Vanilla Ice Cream
This ice cream is technically a custard since it contains eggs. After lots of testing (and tasting), I've found that...
Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes
We love using this simple vegan vanilla cupcake recipe as a base to layer on extra flavor. Stir in grated...
Confetti Cupcake Cones
All three of my kids love these cones. They are requested at almost every birthday party or celebration. —Jami Geittmann,...
Strawberry Mascarpone Cake
Don't let the number of steps in this recipe fool you —it's easy to assemble. The cake bakes up high...
Thomas Jefferson’s Vanilla Ice Cream
The third U.S. president is credited with jotting down the first American recipe for this treat. No vanilla bean on...
Vanilla Bean Cake with White Chocolate Ganache
For a distinctive dessert with unforgettable flavor, I recommend this cake. Feel free to substitute your favorite jam and lend...
Vanilla Bean Angel Food Cake
Angel food cake is everyone’s favorite blank slate for making awesome desserts. Serve it with a simple glaze or pile...
Chocolate-Caramel Chiffon Cake
I learned how to make this fluffy, luscious cake while attending pastry school. My family just can’t get enough of...
Double-Duty Applesauce Mini Muffins
Children reach with both hands for these buttery tender mini muffins. Cinnamon-spiced and made with applesauce, they’re easy to bake...
Vanilla Butter Rollouts
Even cooks who normally shy away from cut out cookies can make these with confidence. The dough is so easy...
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache
This recipe is the most recent cheesecake I gave to my mother for her birthday, and we all just loved...
Creepy Candied Corn
I couldn't stop eating this popcorn when I first tried it at a friend's party. My generous pal offered the...
Vanilla Crescents
These cookies are especially cozy at Christmastime, but are wonderful all year long. Try them dipped into hot tea or...
Chocolate Chip Challah
I'm fond of baking and since Challah is not available where I live, I've created my own version to serve...
Mini Chocolate Chip Sandwich Cookies
I love baking cookies to give as gifts to my family and friends. I created this recipe for my annual...
Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
I like to try different fun fillings in these soft rolls, and each one is packed with cinnamon flavor. They...
Vanilla Cheesecake
To me, there is nothing better than a simple, elegant cheesecake where the vanilla takes center stage. And when I'm...
Million-Dollar Pound Cake
We've always included pound cake on our family menus. Through the years I've tried many recipes, and I can honestly...
Vanilla Coffee Creamer
Flavored coffee creamer drives my husband nuts. Even so, I still make this classic vanilla one all the time. It’s...
Fruit Tart
It's well worth the effort to whip up this creamy fruit tart bursting with juicy berries. A friend gave me...
Pinwheel Pops
My mom used to make pinwheels every Christmas, and I still love them. They are so colorful, and perfect for...
Vanilla Popcorn
"This sweet crunchy snack is my family's favorite," writes Carolyn Roney of Scipio Center, New York. "For variety, substitute almond...
Holiday Sugar Cookies
I add a hint of lemon to these delightful Christmas sugar cookies. For make-ahead convenience, freeze the dough up to...
Best Ever Bread Pudding
The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked...
Yellow Cupcakes
Nothing is better than homemade cupcakes. This yellow cupcake recipe makes delicious and fluffy treats. To top them, choose whatever...