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Brown Sugar Sheet Cake with Salted Caramel Stove-Top Buttercream

Brown Sugar Sheet Cake with Salted Caramel Stove-Top Buttercream

I have had my “stuck on a deserted island with one food” scenario planned out for years ((um, Chick-fil-A original chicken sandwich)). But after taking the first bite of this cake, I officially changed my mind. This cake — no kidding. If I was stuck 

Cookie Butter Cheesecake Brownie Sandwiches

Cookie Butter Cheesecake Brownie Sandwiches

Yes, you read it right: creamy cookie butter cheesecake – sandwiched between two fudgy layers of brownie perfection. This deliciousness is even better than it looks and oh my heavens, doesn’t it look good?!

Creme Brûlée Bars

Creme Brûlée Bars

While meal planning for our yearly family vacay at the lake, I began daydreaming about dessert possibilities. I knew right off the bat I would be making these Cheesecake-filled Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars ((and they were SO good)). But I was torn over the next dessert – Table Rock 

Spicy Salsa ((really spicy))

Spicy Salsa ((really spicy))

I LOVE chips and salsa! It is one of my top 3 favorite foods ((next to almond cake with warm buttercream icing and fried chicken with homemade ranch))! I also love making my own salsa. It is so easy and so obviously superior to store 

Miss Colleen’s Perfect Pound Cake ((a time-tested vintage recipe))

Miss Colleen’s Perfect Pound Cake ((a time-tested vintage recipe))

Well over a year ago, I was visiting mom & dad’s church. Actually, I was visiting the church AND the potluck dinner & I tasted this pound cake — buttery, dense, moist with a hint of lemon. I instantly began searching for the baker who 

Wedding Cake in a Jar — this will change your life!!

Wedding Cake in a Jar — this will change your life!!

I am in love with this dessert! Yes, I think I want to marry it. I mean, who doesn’t LOVE wedding cake?? This girl sure loves a good piece of wedding cake! I began dreaming of putting all of the perfect wedding cake elements into a 

The Very Best Cookie Recipe ((“Swig” Sugar Cookies))

The Very Best Cookie Recipe ((“Swig” Sugar Cookies))

Last weekend we had my favorite kind of weather! It was so cold and overcast and the biggest juiciest snowflakes fell for hours! I have not seen such a pretty snow all year! With such gorgeous winter weather outside, I was inspired to bake inside. While 

Sour Cherry Topped Homemade Vanilla Cheesecake

Sour Cherry Topped Homemade Vanilla Cheesecake

I recently shared one of my most favorite dessert recipes – given to me by my dear friend Laura. The recipe is for a very simple extremely delicious authentic homemade cheesecake. Please read all about how amazing and delicious ((and EASY)) this cheesecake is by 

Dear Alice, and a recipe for Orange Candied Walnuts

Dear Alice, and a recipe for Orange Candied Walnuts

Dear Alice, A little bit over four weeks ago we were making plans. Looking through all of your cookbooks and mapping out our treats for Perry Christmas. The bread pudding with almond paste and raspberry sauce has been one we have talked about for years, 

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Cake ((from a mix — a homemade mix))

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Cake ((from a mix — a homemade mix))

I am telling you — this on hand homemade bulk cake mix is my new best friend. Not really my BEST friend, but WOW I sure am enjoying it! Have you taken the time to make pre-make this mix yet?? If not, it is not too 

It is time for Junk!

It is time for Junk!

If your house looks anything like mine right now, you are probably as ready as I am to rid yourself of the sorted piles bags of candy treats. But, oh how the kiddos love their sweet heaps. Trading, sorting, saving, sorting, trading, sneaking, eating, saving 

Make Your Own Cake Mix ((in bulk)) — for the Best ((and easiest)) Cake

Make Your Own Cake Mix ((in bulk)) — for the Best ((and easiest)) Cake

Simplicity is the name of the game! Oh, well there is one other game I play also – the “only eat what you can pronounce” game. Don’t know what I am taking about? Let me show you the list of ingredients in a Super Moist