Tag: baked

Capturing the essence of “Butterbeer” has been a driving force in the culinary world of Harry Potter fans since the drink first appeared in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in 1999. The books gave us surprisingly little information about what Butterbeer actually tasted like, leaving fans plenty...

There’s something special about brownies and cheesecake — combining two indulgent flavors and textures feels perhaps a little bit naughty, like maybe you’re getting away with something you shouldn’t. This cheesecake brownie recipe takes things even further, infusing both the brownie and cheesecake with all the flavor of a...

Apples don’t often get associated with decadent, indulgent desserts. But when you take a buttery, toffee-studded blondie, layered with a rich, velvety caramel cheesecake and topped with a glossy, gooey caramel apple pie filling, a decadent, indulgent dessert is exactly what you get. Add in the warmth of cinnamon,...

If you’ve entered into the great sourdough experiment, you know one of the biggest challenges isn’t what to make with your starter, but what to do with the discard. You could always do as the name implies and simply throw it away, but that always makes me feel just...

Tangy buttermilk, toasty browned butter, warm vanilla and a creamy caramel frosting elevate a humble banana cake into a crave-worthy treat. If you have a few past-their-prime bananas hanging around your kitchen, this snack cake is the perfect way to transform them. Banana cakes like this have been around...

This nearly 100-year-old recipe is a true vintage classic—a lemon chiffon cake made from the same formula Harry Baker created in 1927. With its light, airy crumb and bright lemon flavor, it’s perfect for a celebration or simply because. It was my grandmother’s signature cake, and one I remember...

Pavlova is an Australian (or New Zealand… or perhaps neither!) dessert named for Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova. Some say its billowy shape was inspired by her tutu; others claim it was created to be as light as the dancer herself. At its core, pavlova is a baked meringue topped...

It’s that time of year when parents celebrate and children mourn: back to school. Some schools, like ours, are already in session; others will be starting in the next couple of weeks. Either way, it’s the perfect moment to pull out a tried‑and‑true, quick recipe that guarantees delicious treats...

Snickerdoodles are a classic American drop cookie that first appeared in the late 1800s and have remained popular ever since. While slight variations in the recipe can shift them from thin and crispy to thick and chewy, they’re always known for their warm cinnamon flavor and signature tang from...

In our house, scones always feel like something a little different and special, not one of our typical weekend breakfast options. These Cranberry Pear Scones feel extra special, with sweet pears, tart cranberries, and warm spices in every bite. The crisp, craggy crust contrasts beautifully with the fluffy, cakey...