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If you love pecan pie, you’ll go crazy for this easy pecan pie cake! It’s a homemade cake with sugary pecans baked inside. Best served with ice cream! Prep Time:  15 minutes Cook Time:  35 minutes Ingredients First Cake Layer: 1 ½ cup flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 2/3 cup sugar ½ cup canola oil 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 1 cup chopped pecans Second Cake Layer 1/4 cup butter melted 1 large egg 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup corn syrup 1 cup chopped pecans Instructions Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray an 8×8 baking pan with cooking spray. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside 1/3 cup (for the second cake part). In another bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, oil and vanilla. Mix well. Add in the flour mixture and the milk, alternately, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk t

Oreo Brookie Layer Cake is made with layers of chocolate chip cookie, Oreo cake and a wonderfully fudgy brownie! I’s hands down my new favorite cake – I can’t get enough! Oreo Brookie Layer Cake Prep Time:  30 minutes Cook Time:  1 hour 35 minutes Total Time:  2 hours 5 minutes INGREDIENTS CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE CAKE 3/4 cup (169g) unsalted butter, room temperature 3/4 cup (108g) brown sugar 1/4 cup (52g) sugar 1 egg 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups (260g) all purpose flour 2 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips BROWNIE 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter 6 oz chopped quality semi sweet chocolate 1 1/4 cups (259g) sugar 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 3 large eggs 3/4 cup (98g) flour 2 tbsp natural unsweetened cocoa 1/4 tsp salt OREO CAKE 1 2/3 cups (217g) all purpose flour 1 cup (207g) sugar 1 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 3 egg whites, room temperature 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream, room temperature 1/2 cup (120ml) milk, room temperature 2 tsp vanilla

This German Chocolate Cake is a classic! The moist chocolate cake paired with the coconut pecan filling and the chocolate frosting is just delicious together! German Chocolate Cake Prep Time:  35 minutes Cook Time:  25 minutes Total Time:  1 hour INGREDIENTS COCONUT PECAN FILLING 6 egg yolks 12 oz can evaporated milk 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar 3/4 cup (168g) salted butter, cubed 3 cups (255g) sweetened shredded coconut 1 1/4 cups chopped toasted pecans CHOCOLATE CAKE 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar 1/4 cup (58g) sour cream, room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract 8 oz (226g) German chocolate, melted 4 large eggs, separated 2 1/2 cups (325g) all purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk, room temperature 1/4 cup (60ml) water, room temperature CHOCOLATE FROSTING 1 1/2 cups (336g) salted butter, room temperature 1 1/4 cups (237g) shortening (or additional butter) 9 3/4 cups (1121g) powdered sugar

These Moist Chocolate Cupcakes are made completely from scratch! The cupcake is made with oil and is so moist, it melts in your mouth with a fudgy frosting! Best Homemade Moist Chocolate Cupcakes Prep Time:  45 minutes Cook Time:  20 minutes Total Time:  1 hour, 5 minutes, plus cooling time INGREDIENTS CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES 1 cup (130g) all purpose flour 1 cup (207g) sugar 6 tbsp (43g) Hershey’s Special Dark Cocoa powder* 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 3/4 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup (120ml) hot water CHOCOLATE FROSTING 1 1/4 cups (280g) unsalted butter, room temperature 12 oz semi sweet chocolate chips, melted 3 tbsp (22g) Hershey’s dark cocoa powder 5 cups (575g) powdered sugar Pinch of salt 4–5 tbsp (60-75ml) heavy whipping cream INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 300°F (148°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with liners. Add the dry ingredients to a large bowl and whisk together. Set aside. Combine the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil and

This Baileys Brownie Cheesecake is made with a dense, chewy chocolate brownie on the bottom topped with creamy Baileys cheesecake and finished off with Baileys chocolate ganache and whipped cream! Baileys Brownie Cheesecake Prep Time:  30 minutes Cook Time:  1 hour 45 minutes Total Time:  2 hours 15 minutes INGREDIENTS BROWNIE BOTTOM 10 tbsp (140g) unsalted butter, melted 1 cup (207g) sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 3/4 cup (98g) all purpose flour 6 tbsp (43g) natural unsweetened cocoa 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt CHEESECAKE FILLING 24 ounces (678g) cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup (207g) sugar 3 tbsp (24g) all purpose flour 3/4 cup (173g) sour cream, room temperature 1/2 cup (120ml) Baileys Irish Cream 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 3 large eggs, room temperature CHOCOLATE GANACHE 8 oz (227g) semi sweet chocolate chips 5 tbsp (75ml) Baileys Irish Cream 5 tbsp (75ml) heavy whipping cream WHIPPED CREAM 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, cold 2 tbsp (30ml) Baileys 6 tbsp (43g) p

This Gingerbread Cheesecake recipe is made with a delicious shortbread crust, gingerbread cheesecake filling and a molasses mousse topping! It’s the perfect easy dessert recipe for the holidays! Gingerbread Cheesecake Prep Time:  1 Hr. 10 Minutes Cook Time:  2 Hrs. 30 Minutes, Plus Cooling Total Time:  31 minute INGREDIENTS CRUST 1 3/4 cups (255g) Walkers shortbread crumbs (two 5.3 oz packages) 1 tbsp sugar 3/4 tsp cinnamon 2 tbsp (28g) butter, melted CHEESECAKE FILLING 24 ounces (678g) cream cheese, softened 1 cup (225g) packed light brown sugar 3 tbsp (25g) all purpose flour 3/4 cup (173g) sour cream 1/4 cup (60ml) molasses 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp ground ginger 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp ground cloves 4 eggs MOUSSE TOPPING 1 1/4 cup (300ml) heavy whipping cream 1/2 cup (58g) powdered sugar 3 tbsp (45ml) molasses 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 8 ounces (226g) cream cheese, softened WHIPPED CREAM 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy whipping cream 6 tbsp 

This Strawberry Shortcake Cake is an easy twist on the classic dessert with layers of moist vanilla cake, juicy strawberries and fluffy whipped cream! Strawberry Shortcake Cake Prep Time:  1 hour Cook Time:  20 minutes Total Time:  1 hour 20 minutes INGREDIENTS CAKE LAYERS 2 1/2 cups (325g) all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup (168g) unsalted Challenge butter, room temperature 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar 1 tbsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs 1 1/4 cups (300ml) milk STRAWBERRIES 1 pound fresh strawberries 3 tbsp (39g) sugar WHIPPED CREAM 2 1/2 cups (600ml) heavy whipping cream, cold 1 1/4 cups (144g) powdered sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract INSTRUCTIONS Prepare three 9 inch cake pans with parchment paper circles in the bottom and grease the sides. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a medium sized bowl and set aside. Add the butter, oil, sugar and vanilla extract to and large mixer bowl and beat togeth

These Mini Blackberry Lavender Cheesecakes are made with lavender cheesecake, blackberry topping, whipped cream and a fresh blackberry on top! Don’t let these little treats fool you – they are AMAZING! They might just be the biggest surprise hit to come out of my kitchen! Mini Blackberry Lavender Cheesecakes Prep Time:  1 hour 30 minutes Cook Time:  55 minutes Total Time:  2 hours, 25 minutes INGREDIENTS BLACKBERRY TOPPING 6 oz (180g) blackberries, pureed and strained 5 tbsp (65g) sugar 2 1/2 tsp cornstarch CRUST 3/4 cup (100g) graham cracker crumbs 2 tbsp (26g) sugar 3 tbsp (42g) butter, melted LAVENDER CHEESECAKE FILLING 12 oz (339g) cream cheese, room temperature 1/2 cup (104g) sugar 1 1/2 tbsp (12g) flour 1/4 cup (58g) sour cream 2 tsp lavender extract 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 large eggs, room temperature Violet gel icing color, optional WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, cold 4 tbsp (29g) powdered sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Violet gel icing color, opti

This Classic Cheesecake recipe is the best place to start if you’ve never made cheesecake and want to learn how to do it. It’s an easy recipe that makes smooth, creamy and delicious cheesecake. Easy Classic Cheesecake recipe Prep Time:  45 minutes Cook Time:  1 hour 10 minutes Total Time:  7 hours, 55 minutes INGREDIENTS VANILLA WAFER CRUST 2 ¼ cups (302g) vanilla wafer crumbs ½ cup (112g) salted butter, melted 3 tbsp (39g) sugar CHEESECAKE 24 ounces (678g) cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup (207g) sugar 3 tbsp (24g) all purpose flour 1 cup (230g) sour cream 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs, room temperature INSTRUCTIONS CRUST Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides. Combine the crust ingredients in a small bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool. Cover the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that

This Raspberry Dream Cake has layers of tender, moist vanilla cake and fresh raspberry filling all covered in cream cheese frosting! It’s a wonderfully simple, yet delicious cake! Raspberry Dream Cake Prep Time:  1 hour 20 minutes Cook Time:  35 minutes Total Time:  1 hour 55 minutes INGREDIENTS VANILLA CAKE LAYERS 1 1/4 cups (300ml) milk 4 large eggs 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tbsp vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups (325g) cake flour 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, room temperature RASPBERRY FILLING 2 cups (320g) raspberries 4 tbsp (60ml) water 1 cup (207g) sugar 3 tbsp + 1/2 tsp cornstarch CREAM CHEESE FROSTING 16 oz (452g) cream cheese, room temperature 3/4 cup (172g) butter, room temperature 10 cups (1150g) powdered sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract Pinch or two of salt INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and prepare three 8 inch cake pans with parchment paper in the bottom and baking spray on the sides. Combine the milk, eggs, veg

This Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake is moist, chewy and super easy to make! You can decorate and customize this cookie cake for a birthday or other special occasion! Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Prep Time:  30 minutes Cook Time:  18 minutes Total Time:  48 minutes INGREDIENTS COOKIE CAKE 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, room temperature 3/4 cup (108g) loosely packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup (52g) sugar 1 large egg 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups (260g) all purpose flour 2 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/4 cups (211g) semi-sweet chocolate chips CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM 1/4 cup (56g) salted butter 1/4 cup (48g) shortening 1 3/4 cups (201g) powdered sugar 1/4 cup (29g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1–2 tbsp water INSTRUCTIONS COOKIE CAKE: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line the bottom of a 9 inch cake pan with parchment paper and grease the sides. Add the butter and sugars to a large mixer bowl and beat together to cream them until light and fluffy, about

This Lemon Mascarpone Layer Cake is made with a moist lemon cake, lemon curd and a smooth and creamy whipped mascarpone frosting! Lemon Mascarpone Layer Cake Prep Time:  2 hours Cook Time:  35 minutes Total Time:  2 hours 35 minutes INGREDIENTS LEMON CURD 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons) 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest 1/3 cup (69g) sugar 4 egg yolks 3 tbsp (42g) salted butter LEMON CAKE LAYERS 2 1/2 cups (325g) all purpose flour 1 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs 3/4 cup (180ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest WHIPPED MASCARPONE FROSTING 2 1/2 cups (720ml) heavy whipping cream, cold 1 1/2 cups (173g) powdered sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract 16 oz (452g) mascarpone cheese, chilled* INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE THE LEMON CURD: Combine all the ingredients in a double boiler (or in a metal bow

This Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake recipe is made with layers of moist chocolate cake, peanut butter frosting and chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups! It’s rich, delicious and so fun! Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake Prep Time:  25 minutes Cook Time:  22 minutes Total Time:  47 minutes INGREDIENTS CHOCOLATE CAKE 1 3/4 cups (228g) all purpose flour 2 cups (414g) sugar 3/4 cup (85g) cocoa 2 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 cup (240ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1 cup (240ml) hot water PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING 2 cups (448g) salted butter, room temperature 1 1/4 cups (350g) peanut butter 9 cups (1035g) powdered sugar 6–7 tbsp (90-105ml) water or milk 6 reeses, chopped CHOCOLATE GANACHE AND TOPPING 6 oz (1 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream 8 reeses, cut in half Crumbled reeses INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and prepare three 8 inch cake pans with non-stick baking spray and

This Coconut Cream Cheese Pound Cake recipe is dense and buttery. It’s topped simply with a sprinkle of powdered sugar then served with whipped cream and berries. Coconut Cream Cheese Pound Cake Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins Ingredients 1 cup butter room temperature, salted or unsalted, your preference 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening 3 cups granulated sugar 3 cups all-purpose flour sifted and measured correctly 1, 8 ounce package cream cheese (low or fat-free not recommended) 1 tablespoon coconut extract 1 teaspoon almond extract 6 extra large eggs or 7 large eggs 1 cup flaked coconut pulsed 4 to 5 times in a food processor Instructions Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a (10-inch, 12 cup) bundt or tube pan with solid vegetable shortening and sprinkle with sugar (or you can use flour). Alternately, you can use Wilton Cake Release. In the bowl of your stand mixer beat butter, shortening, and sugar together. Stop the mixer and scrape down the s

Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes are a fun and easy snack or appetizer that takes all the flavors you love in loaded mashed potatoes and puts them into a hand-held snack! Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Ingredients 1 24oz package Bob Evan’s Original Mashed Potatoes (about 2 ½ cups) 1 ½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 3 strips bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled ½ cup all purpose flour 1 tsp garlic powder 2 green onions, chopped 1 large egg ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs 2 to 3 tablespoon vegetable oil, for frying Instructions Combine the mashed potatoes, both cheeses, crumbled bacon, flour, garlic powder, onions and egg in a large bowl and stir to combine. Chill the mixture, covered, for about 15 minutes, up to 24 hours. Use an ice cream scoop with a trigger release handle to scoop potato mixture into small 2 inch rounds. Shape the rounds into 1/3 inch thick patties using your hands. Place the breadcrumbs in a

This classic Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe is filled with shredded carrots, juicy pineapple and studded with pecans, then topped it with the very best (and super simple) cream cheese frosting, for the ultimate carrot cake experience! Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Chill Time: 1 hr Total Time: 2 hrs Ingredients 4 large eggs 1 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 3 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups flour 2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp baking powder 3 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 3 cups grated carrots 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained 1 cup chopped pecans Cream Cheese Frosting: 1/2 cup salted butter, softened 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 4 cups powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract extra chopped pecans for garnish, optional Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a 9×13″ cake pan with baking spray (the kind with flour in it) and set aside. In a large mixing bowl beat the eggs, vegetable oil, white sugar a

These Chocolate Avocado Lava Cakes have a silky chocolate center and a super moist chocolate cake surrounding it. Easily made in the blender for a quick dessert that everyone will love! Chocolate Avocado Lava Cakes Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Total Time: 22 mins Ingredients 4 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted 1/4 cup butter, melted ½ ripe, Fresh avocado, seeded and peeled 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 whole eggs 1 egg, yolk only 1 cup powdered sugar 6 Tbsp. flour Optional – powdered sugar for dusting, fresh raspberries Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Generously coat 4 (4oz.) ramekins with non-stick spray and set on a baking sheet. Combine the melted chocolate, butter and avocado in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add the vanilla, eggs, egg yolk, powdered sugar and flour to the blender and pulse several times until the mixture is completely blended. Divide the chocolate mixture between the prepared ramekins, smooth the tops and bake for 10 to 12 minu

This is the BEST Classic Pancake Recipe because it is buttery, fluffy and super easy to make. No buttermilk, no whipping egg whites, just a super quick and delicious pancake that’s loaded with flavor! Best Classic Pancake Recipe Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Ingredients 1 ½ cups all purpose flour 3 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp white sugar 1 ¼ cup milk, warm 1 egg, lightly beaten – room temperature 3 tbsp butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions Sift together dry ingredients. Combine wet ingredients in separate bowl and whisk just until combined. Add wet ingredients to dry and stir just until combined. Use 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop batter onto an oiled griddle over medium high heat. Cook until pancakes are golden brown on each side. Keep warm until ready to enjoy. Did you find this post useful? Want to get back to this page later? Save THIS PIN below to your Recipes board on Pinterest!

This super easy Twix Pound Cake is just a few ingredients and tastes stellar! Super Easy Twix Pound Cake Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Ingredients 1 Pound Cake, 16oz Frozen (thawed or homemade) 8 oz. soft caramels, such as Kraft, unwrapped 2 tbsp evaporated milk 6 oz. chocolate almond bark, found in the baking isle Instructions Place the pound cake on a sheet of parchment paper. Melt the caramel and evaporated milk in a double boiler, stirring until soft and smooth. Remove bowl from heat and let cool completely. Spread/pour the caramel over the pound cake, try to not let it drizzle over the sides. Chill in fridge for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Melt the chocolate almond bark according to package instructions and spread over the top of the pound cake, spreading it on the sides as much as possible. Let the chocolate harden, slice and enjoy! Did you find this post useful? Want to get back to this page later? Save THIS PIN below to your Recipes board on Pinter

This super easy Homemade Oreo Ice Cream Cake is better than store bought and the perfect birthday party cake! Homemade Oreo Ice Cream Cake Prep Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 18 mins Total Time: 43 mins Ingredients 1 cake mix, prepared into two round cakes* 1.5 quart Ice Cream, softened 1/2 cup hot fudge sauce, room temperature 16 Oreo 8 oz whipped topping, thawed Instructions Prepare the devil’s food cake mix into two 8-inch round cake pans, let cool completely. Wrap with plastic wrap and place each layer in a large zip-close bag and place in the freezer. You’ll save one for later and use one for this recipe. Using the same size cake pan that you baked the cake in, line it with plastic wrap or parchment paper and place the softened ice cream in it and spread into an even layer. Top with plastic wrap and place back in the freezer until set. Just before assembling the cake combine 10 finely chopped Oreo cookies and ALL BUT 1 tbsp of the hot fudge sauce in a bowl. Place one layer of the cho

Cinnamon Roll Sheet Cake is ready to devour in just 30 minutes and will make your whole house smell like cinnamon rolls! Cinnamon Roll Sheet Cake Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 35 mins Ingredients 1 box vanilla cake mix 1 3.4oz pkg. vanilla instant pudding mix 4 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup Land O Lakes Unsalted Butter, melted 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 tbsp ground cinnamon For the Icing: 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 to 2 tbsp milk dash of vanilla extract Instructions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet (13x18x1) with non stick baking spray and set aside. Combine the cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, eggs, milk, oil and sour cream in a large bowl and beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then medium speed for 1 1/2 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Pour the cake mix into the prepared pan. In a small dish combine the melted butter, brown sugar and cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle over the cake, then us

Gluten Free Tangerine Cake ~ this flourless cake is such a wonderful surprise, made with whole tangerines and almond flour in the Italian tradition ~ it’s impossibly moist and bursting with citrus flavor,  just like biting into a fresh tangerine! Gluten Free Tangerine Cake Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Ingredients 1 pound tangerines to make 11 1/2 ounces of puree approximately 5-6, but weigh them 3 eggs 1 cup sugar 3 cups almond meal or almond flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 Tbsp Amaretto completely optional confectioner’s sugar for dusting Instructions Set oven to 350F Step one is the only time consuming part of this cake. Wash your tangerines and put them in a saucepan covered with cold water. (They’ll float, but don’t worry about that) Bring to a boil, and boil for a full 15 minutes. The boiling removes the bitterness in the citrus skin. Drain and let the tangerines cool for a bit. Slice them in half, and then in half again. Remove any seeds and discard, but do this on a

Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes ~ This unexpected combination is a refreshing change from regular pancakes and it’s perfect for a special occasion, a cozy weekend morning, or just any time you want to treat yourself! Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients dry ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/3 cup sugar 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt wet ingredients 1/3 cup low fat buttermilk 3/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream zest of two lemons 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons 3 Tbsp butter melted 1 egg 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/3 cup poppy seeds Instructions Whisk together the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, blend the wet ingredients together and fold in the poppy seeds. Add the wet to the dry and mix just until combined, don’t over mix, you want your pancakes to be fluffy! Lumps are fine. Cook on a lightly greased griddle until lightly golden on both sides. Serve hot with maple syrup. Did

Welsh Cakes ~ they’re cooked on a griddle like a pancake, but can be eaten out of hand like a scone, these sweet, buttery little cakes are a Welsh tradition that deserve a spot on your brunch or tea table! EASY WELSH CAKES RECIPE Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 3 cups all purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 2 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces 3/4 cup currants 2 eggs plus enough milk to make 3/4 cup liquid. extra sugar plus a little nutmeg or cinnamon for dusting (optional) Instructions Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl. With your hands, mix the cold butter into the flour mixture until the butter is well dispersed and the whole mixture is crumbly. It’s ok to have some small chunks of butter. Add the currants and mix to combine. Briefly whisk the eggs with the milk, and add the liquid to the flour and butter mixture. Mix until everything is

Homemade Yellow Cake with Strawberry Frosting ~ simple, homey, and fresh, this strawberry cake makes such a nice finish to an early spring meal, and it would look adorable studded with birthday candles. Homemade Strawberry Cake Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Yield: 10 servings Equipment two 8-inch cake pans blender or food processor to puree the strawberries stand mixer (optional) Ingredients 1 pint or about 12 strawberries 1 Tbsp lemon juice cake 3 cups all purpose flour 1 Tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 2 sticks (or 1 cup) unsalted butter at room temperature 4 large eggs at room temperature 2 tsp vanilla extract (you can use almond if you prefer) 1 1/4 cups cultured buttermilk (you can use half & half, or milk) frosting 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 5 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar, sifted 2 Tbsp cornstarch (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and li