Our recipes may cause hunger!
Dessert recipes should feel like a celebration, not an afterthought. My grandmother always said the meal isn’t over until there’s something sweet on the table.
Living in New Orleans taught me that desserts need to feel special. These range from simple weeknight cookies to showstopper cakes that look way harder than they are.
I test everything with my kids first – if they don’t practically lick the bowl clean, it doesn’t make it to the blog. You’ll find 5-minute no-bake treats plus make-ahead options for company.
Most of these dessert recipes use ingredients you probably have in your pantry right now. Don’t worry about making them look perfect – dessert is about joy!
These ghost cupcakes have become our go-to Halloween treat in our house! I discovered them completely by accident when my 8-year-old asked for “scary but not too scary” Halloween desserts. Trust me, they look spooky … Continue Reading
Cakes / Dessert / Halloween / Kid-Friendly / Party
I discovered this gothic Halloween cake recipe during one of those late-night Netflix marathons. I was watching The Haunting of Hill House, feeling all spooky and inspired, when I suddenly craved something dark and dramatic … Continue Reading
Cakes / Chocolate / Dessert / Halloween / Holiday / Party / Valentine’s Day
This Better Than Anything Peanut Butter Cake is exactly what it sounds like – pure peanut butter heaven that’s easier than you think. I’ve made this cake for countless birthday parties and potlucks, and it … Continue Reading
Cakes / Dessert / Kid-Friendly / Potluck
This edible cookie dough recipe is pure magic in a bowl. I’ve made it countless times when that cookie dough craving hits hard, and trust me, it satisfies every single time without any of the … Continue Reading
Chocolate / Dessert / Kid-Friendly / No-Bake
I discovered this no bake berry icebox cake during one of those sweltering New Orleans summers when turning on my oven felt like pure punishment. My kids were begging for something sweet and cool, and … Continue Reading
This moist Elvis Presley cake brings together soft white cake, tangy crushed pineapple, and a rich cream-cheese-pecan frosting. The simple poke-and-pour method soaks the crumb with tropical sweetness, making each bite sing with flavor. What … Continue Reading
I never planned on loving zucchini bread. Honestly, it started as a way to not waste the pile of zucchini sitting on my counter every summer. But this old fashioned zucchini bread? It changed my … Continue Reading
Bread / Cakes / Comfort Food / Dessert / Eggs / Healthy / Quick / Vegetarian / Zucchini
Bright lemon zest meets soft floral lavender in this tender layer cake, while a glossy homemade curd adds a pop of citrus through every bite. The color-swirled crumb looks party-ready, yet the batter stirs together … Continue Reading
I wasn’t planning on making dessert the first time I threw this together. I had a can of peaches, a box of cake mix, and not much motivation. But somehow, that lazy combo turned into … Continue Reading
4th of July / Cakes / Comfort Food / Dessert / Holiday / One-Pan / Potluck / Quick / summer
Sometimes you just want something sweet without turning on the oven or making a mess. That’s where American Rice Krispie Treats come in. They’re quick to make, use simple ingredients, and still somehow feel like … Continue Reading
4th of July / / Dessert / Gluten-Free / Halloween / Holiday / Kid-Friendly / No-Bake / Party / Quick / Valentine’s Day
