Whether your Grandmother was a cracker-jack baker or not, certain desserts have that old-timey flare – and they are just as beloved today! From cookies to puddings and shortcakes, cobblers and pies, you have to try these desserts at least once in your life.
Strawberry Shortcake
This is classic strawberry shortcake, based on buttery, flaky biscuits. The berries are sliced and half of them are crushed to create the perfect compote to layer between the biscuits along with homemade softly whipped cream. Get the recipe for Strawberry Shortcake.
Banana Cream Pie
This might look like a classic banana cream pie with a pastry crust, pastry cream, sliced bananas and whipped cream – and it is all that – but our version also happens to be gluten-free and lactose-free! Get the recipe for Banana Cream Pie.
Rhubarb Lattice Pie
If there is one pie that says spring to us it is rhubarb pie. We like it with a lattice crust so that we can see the gorgeous pink and red colors peeking through. Get the recipe for Rhubarb Lattice Pie.
Angel Food Cake
Angel Food Cake is naturally low calorie, as it contains no fat. Its loft, tender texture and sweet flavor is created by whipped lots of egg whites and stabilizing with sugar. Serve with fresh fruit, or a scoop of sorbet. Get the recipe for Angel Food Cake.
Wacky Cake
Created during the Great Depression, Wacky Cake is so-called because the ingredients look like they shouldn’t work, but they do! Even with no eggs or butter, this cake is deliciously chocolaty, tender, and easy to make. we just call it Easy Chocolate Cake, and our version is even gluten-free. Use it for the basis of your next chocolate layer cake, or make cupcakes! Get the recipe for Easy Chocolate Cake.
Snickerdoodles
Snickerdoodles are an old-fashioned cookie with a funny name. They are simply the best sugar cookie, with a cinnamon-sugar topping, you have ever had. And they have a “secret” ingredient that you can find in any supermarket. Get the recipe for Snickerdoodles.
Sour Cream Blueberry Bundt Cake
This blueberry Bundt cake is incredibly moist due to the inclusion of sour cream. Baked in a Bundt pan, it is perfect four brunch, big sales, anytime you want to feed a crowd. Gluten-free too! Get the recipe for Sour Cream Blueberry Bundt Cake.
Coffee Cake
Everyone needs a good coffee cake recipe and this one is one-bowl! Get ready for tender yellow cake and a cinnamony-brown sugar streusel topping. Click here for Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake.
Blueberry Pie
Looking for a classic double crusted blueberry pie? In a flaky buttery crust? That just happens to be gluten-free? This is the one! Get the recipe for Blueberry Pie.
Old-Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake
We love a good old-fashioned cake and a Pineapple Upside Down cake fits the bill! This is one instance where you can use canned pineapple to great effect! Get the recipe for Old-Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake.
Oatmeal Cookies
Chewy, sweet and nutty oatmeal cookies are a cookie jar staple! Kid and adult beloved; Grandma approved! Get the recipe for Oatmeal Cookies.
Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler
Cobblers are an easy dessert to make, especially when they are the kind that feature a drop-biscuits style topping, such as this one. The sweet juicy strawberries, and sweet and tart rhubarb are a classic combination, which works quite well with the buttery and rich cobbler topping. Get the recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler.
Fruitcake
Okay, we know there are fruitcake detractors out there, but for those of us who love it, we are always on the lookout for a “best” version. This one is rich with dried and candied fruit, as well as nuts, honey and lots of whisky, brandy or, you can even use orange liqueur. We love making it in mini muffin tins. Adults only please. Get the recipe for Fruitcake!
Carrot Cake
Everyone loves a good carrot cake, and Nana loved making them because they were thrifty and easy. No mixer required! Great with or without cream cheese frosting. Get the recipe for Carrot Cake.
Key Lime Pie
You are going to LOVE our Key” Lime Pie; tangy, creamy and resplendent in a crispy crust. Why the quotes around “key”? Because this recipe uses the common Persian typically found in your supermarket. You don’t need any fancy ingredients. Get the recipe for Gluten-Free “Key” Lime Pie.
Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies
You might only think of gingerbread cookies around the winter holidays, but we say, “why”? Their spicy flavor is delicious all-year round. And, you get to cut out whatever shapes you like, which is part of the fun. Get the recipe for Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies.
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85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life
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Looking For Dairy Free Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts?
This article will discuss the low FODMAP ice cream and frozen desserts that you can find in supermarkets and restaurants, as well as our own exclusive recipes, and will include information on dairy based as well as alt milk frozen desserts and recipes. Click here for Dairy Free Frozen Desserts Recipes.
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These days, depending on where you live, you might be able to get decent strawberries all year long. Spring, however, brings fresh, new batches and we are always looking for new ways to incorporate these delicious berries into our diet. From drinks to cakes, crisps, cobblers, bars and even a salad, frozen desserts and a salsa, we have 20 strawberry recipes for you. Click for 20 Strawberry Recipes That Will Make You Berry Happy!
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