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I’m on a mission to convert as many fruitcake haters as possible with this Festive 5 Star Amaretto Fruitcake recipe. Packed with cherries, dates, candied pineapple and pecans, this delightful, holiday dessert is finished in a blend of Amaretto and golden rum. Fruitcake. Where do I even begin. This dense […]
The warmth of the holiday season meets the comforting aroma of this freshly baked Festive 5 Star Homemade Gingerbread Cake. This spiced delight is the epitome of winter coziness, perfect for filling your home with the scent of cinnamon, ginger, and molasses. This is one of those recipes you can […]
This recipe for Irresistible Appalachian Buttermilk Velvet Cake 2 Ways is an homage to my husband’s great grandmother’s red velvet cake recipe with a lesser-known but delicious Ermine frosting. Red Velvet, with its mesmerizing crimson hue and delicate texture, has become a symbol of indulgence and celebration. When it comes […]
This deliciously Decadent 2 Layer Orange Nutella Cheesecake features swirled layers of vanilla orange cream and chocolate hazelnut cheesecake batter with a dark chocolate crust. Fresh orange slices lend a pop of clean, tartness that help balance this rich dessert. If chocolate, orange and cheesecake are among your list of […]
This Easy Apple Quick Bread in 60 Minutes is packed with tart apples, pecan pieces, and just the right amount of sugar and spice. If fall has you thinking about getting back to basics, this easy apple cake recipe will earn a place among your favorites. This simple apple cake […]
This Simply Delicious 8-Star Almond Cake is just that. Simple and delicious. Almond paste provides the base for this flavorful and tender cake. Fresh apricots are baked on top, releasing their flavor into this simply dressed, but elegant dessert. A dusting of powdered sugar and a lovely cup of coffee […]
I love the classic combination of flavors in this Easy Pineapple Coconut Cake with 5-Ingredient Rum Buttercream. Light coconut cream, pineapple, vanilla and a splash or two or rum make this cake super tender and delicious. Welcome spring with this tempting cake. Each bite of this Easy Pineapple Coconut Cake […]
C’mon, you know you want one of these Easy Brown Sugar Love Cupcakes. These cupcakes are made with brown sugar, evaporated milk and vinegar – making them super moist and delicious! And when paired with my Easy Basic Buttercream, they’re pure bliss! I recently went through some old recipe books […]
Bright and buttery with a dense but delicate crumb, this bold ginger lime pound cake is delicious by itself or served with a side of fresh fruit. A few macerated strawberries and a generous dollop of whipped cream are my personal favorites. This easy lime pound cake recipe calls for […]
Don’t let this recipe for Deliciously Easy No Springform Needed Cheesecake throw you for a loop. You don’t need a springform pan to make a deliciously creamy, baked cheesecake. You just need an 8-inch cake pan and the insider’s scoop on how to release it from the pan. My favorite […]
