Recipes + Desserts
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Heart-Shaped Brownies with Raspberry Mousse
With rich chocolate cake and velvety, tangy raspberry mousse, this dessert is a match made in flavor heaven. Whether you’re baking for someone special or treating yourself, this recipe will have you falling in love with every bite.

Match Your Dessert to Your Décor Style
Imagine it: a rich Chocolate Crème Cake Roll on a rustic farmhouse table or a light Lemon Crème Cake Roll perfectly paired with sleek, modern lines. It’s a simple way to bring together your love for design with your desire for deliciousness.

How to Make a Heart-Shaped Cake Without a Heart Pan
There are many options for sweet treats on Valentine’s Day, but nothing is more fun than a heart-shaped cake. So, we’re here to show you an easy way to make a heart-shaped cake – no special baking pan required!

5 Game Day Activities to Make Your Celebration Even More Fun
Here are five easy and exciting ideas to make your game day party one to remember, including a deliciously creative dessert that doubles as an activity: Football Cake Balls!

Cookie Dough Brownie Layer Cake
Say hello to the Cookie Dough Brownie Layer Cake – a decadent, multi-layered cake that combines the richness of chocolate with the sweetness of cookie dough. This dessert is a showstopper in every sense.

Mini Grasshopper Pies
With their creamy, refreshing layers of chocolate cake, chocolate pudding, and mint filling, these miniature treats are an indulgent twist on the traditional Grasshopper dessert.

New Year’s Eve Party Cake Roll
The New Year’s Eve Party Cake Roll is made with a Red Velvet Cake Roll that is covered in creamy black buttercream, shimmering sprinkles, and a touch of gold to give it that showstopping, New Year’s Eve vibe.

Eggnog Custard Tart
The crust of this dessert is made from a Pumpkin Cake Roll which adds a subtle hint of spice that pairs beautifully with the eggnog filling. Topped with sugared cranberries, rosemary sprigs, and gingerbread cookies, it is a decadent addition to your holiday spread.

Caramel Pumpkin Cake Roll
This recipe combines two quintessential fall flavors to create a dessert that’s both elegant and comforting. To make this treat, a Pumpkin Cake Roll is layered with sweet buttercream, a touch of warm spices, and a stunning caramel drip.

Tips for Setting an Elegant & Inviting Thanksgiving Table
Is it your turn to host Thanksgiving this year? Whether you’re hosting a small family dinner or a large holiday gathering, we’ll walk you through practical and creative ways to set an elegant and inviting Thanksgiving table.

Pumpkin Cake Bread Pudding
Made with soft, spiced cake pieces from a Pumpkin Cake Roll, this recipe is an easy way to turn your leftovers into a delicious seasonal treat. It’s rich, custardy, and perfect for all those chilly autumn nights.

Candy Corn Fault Line Cake Roll
Combining the vibrant colors from everyone’s favorite holiday candy with the fault line cake decorating style, it’s the perfect dessert to bring to all your upcoming spooktacular events. With layers of creamy buttercream, sprinkles, and a touch of edible gold, this cake roll will be the centerpiece of your Halloween spread.