Baking Breads & Desserts

Our Test Kitchen staff came up with these sweet Valentine treats. Tuck a written sentiment inside...and share the tasty homemade...

My guests are never satisfied with just one of these, but that's OK because they are so light. The meringue-like...

These almond macaroons have a wonderful texture, chewy inside and crisp outside. The milk chocolate drizzle dresses them up—everyone loves...

I've been making these cute cookies with mom since I was a little girl. They're certainly one of my favorites...

Buttery almond streusel tops the luscious, raspberry-studded lemon cream in these very special bars. If desired, an icing made with...

Cookies that melt in your mouth and are practically fat-free—is it any wonder these crispy meringue morsels disappear as fast...

This elegant bar cookie is loaded with wonderful flavors and very easy to assemble. A nice extra touch is to...

This dessert makes a cool and delicious treat on a warm summer day. I bake a tender crust from a...

We bake these cookies for holidays and other special occasions. The recipe is one of my great-grandmother's that I received...

These cream-filled brandy snaps are the perfect sweet treat. Include them on a holiday cookie platter or serve them at...

I wasn't sure how these muffins would go over with my family, but everyone raved about the combination of white...

I had never come across a red velvet spritz recipe, so I decided to create one. The hint of cocoa...

My youngest daughter, Elaine, made these wonderful muffins for breakfast when my husband and I were visiting her in Virginia....

I like to add extras like chips, nuts and dried cranberries to a brownie mix to turn regular brownies into...

"These simple cookies have a delicate buttery flavor complemented by the cherry surprise in the center," notes Joy Schuster of...

—Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio

These little cakes have become a favorite of our guests. They are always surprised that such a chocolaty dessert is...

Because I have a dairy allergy, I'm always on the search for treats I can eat. I prepare these cupcakes...

After spending years living in Seattle, I’ve become a coffee junkie! I had to relocate across the country for a...

This chocolaty, flaky dessert is one of my favorite show-off recipes because
it makes a spectacular presentation. The best...

A simple, nutty crust and smooth caramel sauce are all the preparation required for this impressive dessert. It will keep...

With an impressive presentation and a scrumptious, classic malt flavor, this downsized dessert will make anyone feel special. —Anna Ginsberg,...

I’ve saved this jam-filled whoopie pie recipe for years after cutting it out of a newspaper. It’s one of my...

Homemade Oreo-style cookies are pretty great on their own, but they're even better when you add graham cracker crumbs to...

When my grandchildren visit, these cinnamon roll biscuits are their favorite "Breakfast at Grammy's House" treat. If you're not a...

Chewy coconut in both the fudgy filling and the homemade pastry crust make this pie a real standout. I mix...

Yum! This recipe combines cheesecake, pears and nutmeg for a scrumptious holiday dessert. I sprinkle slivered almonds on top. —Trisha...

Dainty, bite-sized cakes are often the highlight of a ladies' luncheon. Our home economists share their mouthwatering version here.—Taste of...

Here's an easy main dish that's cute enough to double as a Halloween table centerpiece! The hearty meatless chili is...