Desserts

Chocolate graham crackers layered between creamy vanilla custard, topped with chocolate glaze. Very rich and habit forming. Everyone I have made this for has fallen in love with it! Ingredients 2 (3 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix 3 cups milk 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (16 ounce) package chocolate graham…

This recipe is very versatile and heavily addictive. You can mix and match cake and icing flavors as well as the chocolate coatings. The variations are unlimited, and they can be nicely packaged and given as gifts. Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix 1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate frosting 1 (3 ounce)…

This is a really simple, yet very tasty cake. You can use rice flour or something other than wheat. You can also add chocolate chips and, or nuts. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon…

Chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. This cake is so moist and rich there’s absolutely no need for frosting. This cake made me an instant star with my clients. I quickly became known as ‘that incredible chocolate cake lady!’ Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix 1 (16…

This cake was popular during the depression, and does not have eggs in it. Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups cold water Directions Sift flour,…

Chocolate cream cheese cupcakes, rich and gooey. Serve these little gems with a tall glass of ice cold milk. Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 egg 1/3 cup white sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa…

This is a delicious Apple Cheesecake that I usually make in the fall. Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 3 tablespoons white sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 4…

This recipe becomes a favorite as soon as it is tasted. It was once referred to as ‘sinfully rich and velvety smooth’. Best if made a day before serving. Ingredients 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs 1/4 cup butter, softened 2 tablespoons white sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1…

A thin pumpkin cake, rolled around in a white cream filling, then in nuts. Can be frozen and served chilled. Dust with confectioners’ sugar, if desired. Ingredients 3 eggs 1 cup white sugar 2/3 cup canned pumpkin 1 teaspoon lemon juice 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon…

Dessert is individual molten chocolate cakes. They’re simple and elegant, and they bake in under 10 minutes in a standard muffin pan. The best part about these little beauties is that the cake batter is extremely forgiving: You can make it up to six hours before you plan to serve the cakes. Fill the pans…

This is a great recipe that gets compliments when ever I make it. It is very rich, and worth the time and calories. Ingredients 1 (9 ounce) package brownie mix 1 egg 1 tablespoon cold water 1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk 2 (8 ounce) packages cream…

This is a very quick and simple no bake dessert cake. It uses graham crackers and a pudding mixture. It tastes just like an eclair, but there is enough for a crowd!! It is a great recipe for children who are learning to cook, there is no baking involved or any power kitchen tools. Just…

Delicious, light and fluffy! These taste of Fall, and the crystallized ginger gives then a lovely little zing. Even people who don’t like pumpkin love these cupcakes. These disappear as fast as I can set them out! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4…

Here is a recipe I use for beautifully delicious lemon cupcakes. Ideally, you’d use buttercream frosting to ice cupcakes, but I tried these with Lemon Cream Icing for a less buttery icing, and they were perfect! These cupcakes are truly lighter than air and will melt in your mouth. Ingredients 3 cups self-rising flour 1/2…