Baking

My friend asked me to make her son's 5th birthday cake, and when I asked her what he wanted on...

I found this recipe more than five years ago and have been making it for family gatherings ever since. The...

Impress guests by making an adorable and delicious cake. It is actually easy to put together.—Bonnie Jost, Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Growing up, I loved to heat up a Pepperidge Farm blueberry tart for an after-school treat. I decided I'd try...

These yummy currant, walnut and zucchini muffins are an excellent and tasty way to use up surplus zucchini from your...

My mother made this German apple cake for my brothers and me when we were kids. It's an excellent choice...

These elegant blintzes can be served as an attractive dessert or a brunch entree. The bright cherry sauce gives them...

This sweet and decadent cheesecake features graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows. Enjoy! —Kurt Anderson, Willmar, Minnesota

Some cakes stand on their own without icing. For this bright Rainbow Cake, use a little whipped cream to make...

My mother made this classic coffee cake for every important holiday... Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. Now, I carry on the...

Here’s an all-around great bread for any season. The red bursts of cranberry lend every slice extra appeal for Christmastime....

Hearty and dense, my homemade Boston Brown Bread features hazelnuts for a delightfully nutty taste. Thick slices pair well with...

My family constantly requests this cake is constantly. I don't mind making it because it's surprisingly low-cal. And its yellow...

I love this recipe because it’s easy, low-fat, versatile and delicious! The crispy topping is flavored with graham cracker crumbs,...

My husband loved his mamaw's strawberry cake recipe. He thought no one could duplicate it. I made it, and it’s...

We often think of sweet potatoes in a supporting role as a side dish, mashed, baked whole, cubed and roasted....

Field editor Peggy Burdick of Burlington, Michigan sends the recipe for this lovely breakfast bread. She notes, "My aunt gave...

Just a glance at this tasty canine confection is bound to get guests' stomachs growling! This cake is surprisingly simple...

In the summer, we can get beautiful, plump blueberries, which I use in this easy-to-make coffee cake. I like to...

These ruby-studded pastries will be the first to disappear from your brunch table. I won an award when I first...

These delicate lemon scones are the perfect lightly sweet treat to serve with coffee or tea at any holiday get-together....

Delicious with ice cream or plain for breakfast, this dessert serves a crowd. It's perfect for picnics and family gatherings.

Fresh from the oven, these attractive, delicious muffins make a great accompaniment to any breakfast or brunch. I usually double...

My shortbread squares are the ultimate go-to for cookie trays and gift-giving. The buttery caramel and toasted nuts make it...

These coveted brownie bars are homey and chocolaty awesome. They've been a sought-after staple on Christmas cookie trays for years....

I found this strawberry rhubarb crisp recipe on a box of Quaker Oats about 20 years ago. It's quick and...

As the name implies, this is a recipe that is rich and delicious. Since you can use either fresh or...

I live in apple country, and making a delicious apple crisp is one way to use the fruit. This treat...

Don't be "intimidated" by the recipe directions for this coffee cake—it really isn't difficult to make. Try it sometime as...