This category include classic baked goods like pies, cakes, cookies, bread, and muffins.
Cuccidati (Sicilian Fig Cookies) Recipe By: Nanny Millie Giglio, passed down by Paula Gati This special Sicilian cookie, known as cuccidati, is a labor of love and a holiday tradition. My grandmother, Nanny Millie Giglio, made these by hand, and each bite brings back cherished memories of her devotion in the kitchen. Over the years,…
Gumdrop Nougat Candy (Easy No‑Bake Christmas Treat) A Retro Candy That Brings the Holidays Home Pull up a kitchen stool and let’s talk Christmas candy. If you grew up with a grandmother who kept a cut‑glass dish of something sweet on the coffee table from Thanksgiving to New Year’s, chances are you already know this…
Rocky Road Fudge Recipe: Simple, Delicious, and Perfect for Gifting If you’re looking for a rich, no-bake dessert that’s quick to make and packed with chocolate, marshmallows, and peanuts, then Rocky Road Fudge is perfect! This treat combines creamy chocolate and peanut butter with the crunch of peanuts and the soft chewiness of marshmallows, creating…
Christmas Crack: The Holiday Treat Everyone Falls in Love With One bite of this festive treat, and it’ll be gone before you know it! Let me tell you a little secret: there’s one holiday recipe that I always make every year. It’s a treat so good, so addictive, that my family has come to expect…
Cherry Blossom Cookies Recipe These Cherry Blossom Cookies are as delightful to eat as they are to look at! Imagine a soft, buttery cookie with a touch of vanilla and coconut, a creamy center, and a bright cherry on top. They’re the kind of treat that makes any occasion feel a bit more special, from…
Homemade York Peppermint Patties: A Refreshing Chocolate Treat If you’ve ever had a York peppermint patty, you know how delightfully refreshing the combination of cool peppermint and rich dark chocolate can be. Making these at home is surprisingly easy and lets you enjoy that classic, minty bite anytime you want—plus, you can control the ingredients…
Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls – Perfect for Weekend Mornings! There’s nothing quite like waking up to the smell of warm, freshly baked cinnamon rolls. These soft and fluffy sourdough cinnamon rolls are perfect for a cozy breakfast on weekends or special holidays. The sweet, enriched dough is gently tangy from the sourdough starter, while the…
Homemade Sourdough Sandwich Bread – Soft, Flavorful, and Perfect for Beginners There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own bread, and this homemade sourdough sandwich bread is both simple and delicious. Made with all-purpose flour, a touch of butter, and a bubbly sourdough starter, this recipe is straightforward enough for beginner bakers yet yields professional-quality…
Sourdough English Muffin Recipe What You’ll Need: Mixing bowl Cast iron skillet Biscuit cutter (or a glass for cutting rounds) Ingredients: 200g sourdough starter, fed and bubbly (use less starter in warmer weather) 500g cold milk (cold milk is best if you plan to ferment overnight) 600g bread flour 12g salt 20g honey (or substitute…
Hennessy Peach Cobbler Pound Cake (Easy Bundt for Grown‑Up Gatherings) When Grandma’s Pound Cake Meets a Peach‑Soaked Nightcap Cue the church picnic memories and that first grown‑up sip of cognac—because this cake delivers both in one slice. Picture the tight‑crumbed, buttery pound cake you grew up on, but ribboned with cinnamon‑kissed peaches and kissed with…
