Desserts

Mocha Cakes

Mocha Cakes

When I was a kid my mom worked in a grocery store bakery, and Mocha Cakes were one of my favorite little treats. What could be better than salty, crunchy peanuts mixed with creamy vanilla frosting and the soft cake inside? It’s the most deliciousRead more

Cheesecake

Cheesecake

Several years ago, I needed to make a dessert to bring to a dinner party, I had never made cheesecake before, but I figured how hard could it be. It’s actually pretty easy to make cheesecake from scratch, it just takes a little planning andRead more

Jello Jigglers

Jello Jigglers

Back when I was in elementary school everyone took a turn bringing snacks for the class, we didn’t have all the rules there are now so usually it was a homemade snack. Jello Jigglers were always a huge hit because it was something that kidsRead more

Grandma’s Fruit Cocktail Cake

Grandma’s Fruit Cocktail Cake

Some of my favorite memories from childhood were the great desserts my grandma would make. Grandma’s Fruit cocktail cake was always such a great treat and so easy to make with the most simple ingredients, even as a child I could make this dessert. ThisRead more

The Best Homemade Whipped Cream

The Best Homemade Whipped Cream

When I was a kid we usually just had cool-whip with our desserts, but sometimes my grandma would make her own homemade whipped cream. If you’ve never had homemade whipped cream you’re truly missing out on one of the easiest and yummiest treats.  I loveRead more

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

When my kids were young they loved cupcakes, but they were always thrilled when I made Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes. I recently made them for my granddaughters 4th birthday and they were a huge hit! What are Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes? They are ice creamRead more