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Plum Crumble Bars

Stack of plum crumble bars. Whitish surface and background. Whole plums.

Take advantage of stone fruit and make the best plum bars! I'm updating this fabulous and easy recipe with a buttery shortbread base, a juicy layer of fruit and a finger-licking crumb topping with almonds. It was retested and is crunchier and better than ever. Sweet, buttery and juicy plum squares When you realize there are […]

Blueberry Crumble (no oats)

Close up of white oval dish with eaten blueberry crumble with silver spoon. White background.

This is a simple, quick-to-assemble, delicious dessert that's ready in under an hour. It has a layer of juicy blueberries with a crisp crumb topping that you can make ahead. I added a variation with coconut and pecans too. You can't go wrong with this easy recipe! A versatile dessert Desserts with crisp toppings are […]

Apple Crumble Muffins

Pile of apple crumb muffins on a white plate. White background with a green apple.

Gorgeous, tall bakery-style muffins with apple pieces and a finger-licking buttery streusel topping. They are ready in 45 minutes and freeze wonderfully. You can make jumbo or regular muffins. You can't go wrong with apples and warm spices. We love apple muffins that are easy to make, moist, flavorful and quick. This recipe is all […]

Dutch Apple Bread (with cinnamon crumble)

Streusel topped apple bread slices on a wooden board. White surface with cloth and green apples.

Sweet and cinnamony, this apple bread will rise and bake to a golden brown, leaving the kitchen with a wonderful aroma. It has a moist, soft crumb and delectable crunchy streusel topping with pecans. It keeps well and can be frozen. Any recipe containing juicy apple pieces and cinnamon is a must in this house. […]

Apple Berry Crumble

Serving of apple berry crumble in a white bowl. Hands holding it. Teal background.

Whether we call it a crumble or a crisp, a layer of juicy apples and berries is topped with a buttery streusel in this fabulous recipe that can be frozen or made ahead. The ultimate crowd-pleasing fruit dessert. A dessert for in-between seasons Apple crumble (or crisp as it's also known) is the first recipe […]

Apple Blackberry Crumble

Spooning some apple blackberry crumble from a white bowl. White background.

I took my grandmother's great apple crumble recipe, added blackberries and a few other ingredients, and ended up with a wonderful dessert, full of flavor and super easy to make! Juicy fruit and buttery crisp topping: it doesn't get much better than that. And it can be made ahead and frozen. A fantastic combination of […]

Peach Crumble

A white round dish with baked peach crumble and a silver spoon.

This is a perfect summer dessert, with a crisp topping and a layer of juicy peaches that create their own sauce during baking. It's sweet, fresh, and one of the easiest fruit bakes to take advantage of peach season. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and make it irresistible. With the peach […]

Peach Pie Filling (for pies, crumbles and dump cakes)

Peach pie filling in white bowl with brown rim.

Making homemade pie filling is much easier than you think. This simple recipe with just 5 ingredients features fresh peaches and can be used for pies, dump cakes, crisps, crumbles, and cobblers. It keeps well in the refrigerator and can be frozen. Quick and easy Peaches rank very high on the Summer fruit list around […]

Apple Oatmeal Muffins (with Crunchy Top)

Oatmeal apple muffins on a white plate with a white background.

These oaty muffins with chopped apple, spices and a buttery top, are perfect for breakfast, brunch, and after-school snacks. They're quick to put together and ready in about 45 minutes. Reader feedback inspired these muffins as they shared variations on our popular oatmeal muffin recipe and how great their versions turned out! Quick and easy […]

Colcannon (Irish mashed potatoes)

Colcannon mashed potatoes with kale in a light gray plate. A silver wooden fork.

Colcannon is Irish comfort food at its best. Don't let the fancy name fool you: it's just really good mashed potatoes with kale and leeks mixed in, and it's absolutely delicious! It's a traditional side dish for St. Patrick's Day. Potato side dish This recipe will not disappoint you, and prove that simple ingredients make […]

Irish Apple Cake (family recipe)

Slice of apple cake with custard sauce on a white plate. Gold fork, green apples in the light gray background.

This old-fashioned cake is a lightly spiced, rustic dessert studded with fresh apples, a buttery crumb and a crunchy topping. It’s delicious on its own, but when paired with a vanilla custard sauce, it becomes irresistibly yummy. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or whenever you crave a cozy bite. Rustic apple cake At some point […]

Crème Anglaise Recipe (Custard Sauce)

Close up spooning creme anglaise from a white saucer. Beige cloth, strawberries.

This recipe is a classic French dessert sauce with a rich, creamy texture and a sweet vanilla flavor. It's not complicated to make (there is a step-by-step video!), even though the yolks are cooked on the stove, which can be intimidating sometimes. Serve it as a sauce for fruit desserts, pies and puddings. Vanilla sauce […]

Cauliflower Bites

Round white platter of roasted cauliflower bites. White bowl with yogurt dip. Gray background.

This recipe is an excellent and easy way to add cauliflower to your meals and snacks. It produces a simple, baked appetizer or side dish with two options of spicy ingredients that give these bites a great kick.  Side dish or appetizer I joined the cauliflower bandwagon late in life, but recipes like this one […]

Raspberry Almond Bars (with shortbread crust)

Gray background, wooden and teal surface with shortbread almond jam squares.

These are truly fabulous bars with a buttery shortbread base, raspberry jam and a crunchy topping with almonds. Though they're perfect for the holidays, I love to make them year-round as people rave about them. Memorable almond bars This is my take on an old-fashioned recipe I ate a million years ago at a friend's house. […]

Shortbread Crust (for bars & squares)

Blind baked shortbread crust on golden square metal pan. Top view.

With only 3 ingredients, you can make a buttery crust that is perfect for bars and squares and can also be used for cookies. It's one of the easiest base crusts you'll ever make. Depending on the filling or topping, you can make it saltier or add vanilla, citrus and other flavorings. Foolproof base This […]

Chocolate Snowball Cookies

Pile of chocolate powdered sugar cookies, top one is bitten. White background.

These chocolate almond cookies have a melt-in-your-mouth feel that makes them irresistible. A twist on the traditional and insanely popular holiday cookies: they have a deep chocolate flavor, can be made ahead and use few ingredients. Melt-in-your-mouth cookies This is the chocolate version of our most popular holiday cookie recipe. They're incredibly delicious, with just […]

Chicken Tinga Tacos

Paper-lined metal tray with shredded chicken tacos. Lime wedges, cilantro.

Chicken tinga is spicy and incredibly yummy on its own. But it's something else in a taco, and you need to try it. The shredded chicken makes this Mexican-inspired recipe rich and succulent. I serve them with lime, fresh cilantro and crumbled queso fresco. Spicy and juicy Chicken tinga is a dish on its own […]

Brown Sugar Ice Cream

Three scoops of brown sugar ice cream in a white bowl. Gray background, brown sugar jar.

The ice cream is smooth with a caramel base that makes it unbelievably flavorful. You'll need an ice cream machine, and let me tell you, it's worth every step. What's unique about this ice cream The brown sugar is caramelized first. And it's a flavor powerhouse. The ice cream ends up having an interesting flavor […]

Chocotorta Recipe (chocolate icebox cake)

White plate and background with servings of Argentinian chocotorta.

This is one of the most common and easiest desserts here in Argentina. It's a no-bake, icebox cake with layers of chocolate wafers and a dulce de leche sour cream filling that complements it wonderfully. It a must-make for kid's birthday parties, but has quite a grown-up following, including me. I love it and I […]

Strawberry Shortcakes

Close up fresh strawberry cream shortcake on a white wooden surface. More cakes in the background.

A classic vintage dessert that's everyone's favorite when fresh strawberries are in season. The soft biscuits can be made ahead, and the shortcakes can be assembled shortly before serving. They're very popular to celebrate holidays like the 4th of July and Mother's Day. A vintage dessert that never disappoints This strawberry dessert promises a round […]

Blackberry Cobbler with Pie Crust

Serving of blackberry cobbler with lattice top and ice cream on a white plate. Silver fork.

Another type of blackberry cobbler, this is also a vintage recipe and the perfect way to use leftover pie crust. It can be frozen so you can plan ahead. I always favor homemade, but with purchased dough, you can have a crowd-pleasing dessert in no time! An old-fashioned classic with blackberries Today I'm sharing another […]

Cherry Almond Crisp (gluten-free)

White individual dish with cherry crisp, silver spoon and melted ice cream, rustic background.

Sweet, juicy cherries topped with a crunchy GF almond crumble. Use fresh cherries when in season or frozen ones for an effortless dessert that can be made ahead and frozen. It's versatile and you can adjust the level of sweetness.   It's cherry season! Cherries and I have an ongoing love affair and I eagerly await their […]

Mixed Berry Shortcakes

Cream-colored plate with berry shortcake. White surface and background with props.

These mixed berry shortcakes are not-too-sweet biscuits topped with whipped cream and fresh, juicy berries. They're a perfect blend of fresh and creamy and I share all my tips for making the best biscuits. It's a great dessert for when there's an abundance of berries and to celebrate holidays like Mother's Day and the 4th […]

Blueberry Pineapple Dump Cake

Partial view of blueberry pineapple dump cake. White round dish, white surface. Silver spoon.

Dump cakes are one of the easiest desserts ever, and this one is no exception. They're sweet casserole dishes made with canned pie filling and cake mix from a box (yes, sometimes I do take shortcuts). They're easy to assemble, and the result is finger-licking good. The mix of flavors will be a positive surprise. […]

Easy Strawberry Cobbler

Close up of strawberry cobbler with silver spoon in a white baking dish on a grey surface.

This easy recipe with fresh strawberries brings out the best of seasonal fruit and involves little time in the kitchen. A cobbler means that juicy, sweet berries are topped with biscuit dough and baked until golden brown to produce a scrumptious dessert. You can use frozen berries during cold months. This is old-fashioned comfort food […]

Cinnamon Ice Cream

Dark metal loaf with cinnamon ice cream balls, cookie crumbs and cinnamon stick.

This homemade cinnamon ice cream is very creamy with a deep flavor (have you ever roasted cinnamon?). You can make popsicles or churn and freeze the cream in a container and scoop it into bowls. Either way, it's terrific on its own, sprinkled with graham cracker crumbs for crunch, or served on top of chocolate […]

Spicy Broccoli Corn Pasta

Broccoli corn pasta in a white bowl. Close up image.

This is a great option for an easy pasta recipe that's light yet full of flavor. It has roasted veggies and a spicy kick that can be adjusted to your palate. Of course, it's perfect for fresh produce, but you can make it year-round with frozen broccoli and corn. Easy, flavorful and light This recipe […]

Fresh Cherry Dump Cake

Close up of cherry cobbler in white oval dish on a wire rack.

This super easy fruit dessert is simple, ready in an hour and can be made ahead. It's so good topped with whipped cream or ice cream! The homemade cherry pie filling makes all the difference (compared to regular dump cakes that use canned) and is a worthy extra step. The cobbler-like topping made with a […]

Semolina Bread (step-by-step recipe)

Grey background with loaf of bread with sliced on a wooden board.

This unique Italian bread is one of our star recipes and everything you want in a crusty bread. Its golden crust, creamy texture and amazing flavor make it irresistible! It's perfect for toast, bruschetta and sandwiches. If you're not an experienced yeast baker, this post has step-by-step images and instructions to guide you. A golden […]

Dump Cakes Recipes

Cover image collage with four dump cakes and central circle with orange text.

Dump cakes are delicious cobbler-like desserts. They're very quick to assemble, and you can mix and match the filling and topping flavors. They're the perfect no-fuss dessert for hectic weeknights, potlucks, barbecues, and casual gatherings. They freeze well and keep for a few days in the refrigerator, so you can make them ahead. A popular […]

Berry Dump Cake

Mixed berry dump cake with cream on a white plate.

This easy dessert, also known as a berry cobbler with cake mix, is a layer of berry pie filling topped with a buttery crumble mixture. The mix of fruits can be adjusted to your preference. It's the perfect no-fuss dessert for hectic weeknights, potlucks, barbecues, and casual gatherings. A quick vintage dessert I pride myself […]

Family Style Baking Dishes

Close up of half eaten sweet potato pecan casserole on a white dish. Silver spoon inside.

I'm talking about desserts like cobblers and crumbles or savory dishes like casseroles and pasta bakes. They're baked in ceramic or glass dishes and then taken to the table. They are not removed from the pan. What type of dish to use Choose a nice baking dish you like to showcase on the table. For […]

Dulce de Leche from Condensed Milk

Spooning dulce de leche from a metal can on a light gray surface.

Did you know you can make creamy dulce de leche from condensed milk right in the can? This easy sweet jam recipe is so hands-off it doesn’t even require stirring. Use this sweet caramel milk spread for everything from waffles and toast to ice cream, cakes and candy apples. 1 ingredient, 2-step recipe If you’ve […]

Beet Risotto

Wooden board with white plate of goat cheese beet risotto. Pink cloth, white marble surface, chopped chives.

If you like risotto, you'll love this rich, creamy, flavorful beet version! Topped with tangy crumbled goat cheese, chives and parsley, it's ready to serve in 30 minutes, considering you have your beets roasted. Unique rice dish Rice is such a versatile ingredient. I admire Italians for taking the simplest ingredients and turning them into […]

Cinnamon Streusel Muffins

Close up cinnamon crumb muffins on a checkered white and blue dish. White background.

These old-fashioned muffins with a cinnamon streusel topping are a prime example of simple recipes that bring joy. No need for fancy ingredients or complicated techniques. With minimal effort, you'll be rewarded with muffins that rise beautifully and bake to a golden brown. They are ready in 45 minutes and freeze wonderfully. Triple dose of […]

Caramel Sauce

Spooning caramel sauce from a mason jar on a wooden board. White background.

If you want to make caramel sauce from scratch, this post has all my tips and a short video. It's luscious and buttery, with a rich amber color that enhances every dessert it’s drizzled on. It has a velvety texture (true!) and can be stored in the refrigerator for months. Just 4-ingredients This sauce perfectly […]

Apple Pie Crumb Bars

White plate with square of apple crumb bar with ice cream. Green cloth in the background.

These old-fashioned apple squares have a simple shortbread base topped with a juicy apple filling and a buttery sweet crumb topping that contrasts nicely and makes it a crowd-pleaser! They can be frozen after baked, and most components can be made ahead. A great and easier alternative to making apple pie. A great alternative to pie Apple is the ingredient that my […]

Apple Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

Cream-topped slice of apple crumb pie on a white plate. A silver fork, green apple pieces. White background.

A twist on the traditional classic dessert, this apple crumb pie has a graham crust and a lot of juicy filling. The result is fantastic. It can be made year-round, so add it to your holiday tables, casual gatherings and barbecues. An easier alternative A simpler apple pie that doesn't involve making the traditional crust […]

Sun Dried Tomato Bruschetta

Close up bruschettas with cheese spread, dried tomatoes and chopped green onions on a metal pan.

Also known as crostini or tartine, this is what I call stuff on toast, an easy appetizer with Mediterranean flavors great for a holiday party, casual gatherings, potlucks, movie and game nights. It's creamy and crunchy, easy to put together and delicious. Our homemade French bread works especially well for this recipe. Easy and flavorful […]

Oreo Truffles

Bitten chocolate-covered Oreo truffle over several whole more in a white bowl.

They are 3-ingredient chocolate-dipped Oreo balls that make excellent holiday gifts and dessert. These small treats are perfect for satisfying everyone's sweet tooth without the hassle of baking. They keep well for several days and can be frozen. Even if you never used a chocolate coating, this is a simple technique and there are detailed […]

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