
Lemony Zucchini Bread
Flecks of zucchini give a third dimension to the popular lemon and poppy seed combination in this moist quick bread....
Peppermint Lollipops
These lollipops can be made with any shape cookie cutter. Gingerbread men, snowmen, Christmas trees and reindeer—there are endless color...


Spicy Pumpkin Seeds
We look forward to fall in anticipation of making these spicy pumpkin seeds. I often put some in a decorated...

Ghastly Pear Ghosts
These treats are a fun alternative to traditional caramel apples. Wrap them up and give as gifts at your Halloween...

Rice Seasoning Mix
"With rice and this mix on hand, you can whip up a tasty side dish whenever you need one," says...

Austrian Apple Twists
This recipe has been one of my favorites for years. I like to make these sweet treats for special occasions...

Homemade Chocolate Shortbread
These chocolate shortbread cookies offer a rich, buttery texture with a hint of cocoa. Easy to make, with simple pantry...
Cherry Danish
These ruby-studded pastries will be the first to disappear from your brunch table. I won an award when I first...

Dandelion Jelly
I have made this jelly for many years. It has a wonderful honey taste and friends and family are always...
Chocolate Chip Butter Cookies
At the downtown Chicago law firm where I work, we often bring in goodies for special occasions. When co-workers hear...

Pistachio Thumbprints
These mild pistachio-flavored cookies disappear in a wink. —Liz Probelski, Port Washington, Wisconsin.

Mini Cheesecake Cups
Since there's no crust, these mini cheesecakes are extra easy to fix. Plus, there's no cutting required and they travel...

Spicy Bavarian Beer Mustard
Here's a gift that has bite! This spicy beer mustard is great with pretzels or as a condiment for bratwurst....

Coffee ‘n’ Cream Brownies
A friend gave me the recipe for these rich cakelike brownies topped with a creamy coffee-enhanced filling and a chocolate...

Irish Mint Brownies
I wanted something special to take to a church potluck, so I invented these layered treats. They are great for...
Fudgy Oat Brownies
These cakelike brownies have a rich, crunchy oat crust and a smooth homemade chocolate frosting. A packaged brownie mix makes...

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
"It's a tradition for my sister and me to bring these chocolaty confections to functions and family gatherings," notes Rhonda...

Sour Cream Chocolate Cupcakes
My husband and I love these classic moist, chocolaty cupcakes. The sour cream is definitely the ingredient that give them...
Cranberry-Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix
I created this recipe when I didn't have enough ingredients for another cookie recipe. I use this recipe on numerous...

Glazed Pfeffernuesse
Our version of the classic German cookie is nice to have on hand throughout the holiday season. They stay fresh—and...
Fancy Sugar Cookie Bars
Looking for a quick and easy way to transform plain old refrigerated cookie dough into something special enough for unexpected...

Almost a Candy Bar
Says Barb Wyman from her kitchen in Hankinson, North Dakota: "Because I love candy bars and marshmallows, this recipe was...

Banana-Walnut Mini Loaves
We have many walnut trees in Pennsylvania. You have to collect and crack a lot of nuts for a pound...

Lebkuchen
Dense, chewy lebkuchen is a great addition to your Christmas-cookie routine, but you can make it any time of year....

Pecan Brittle
Sweet, nutty and a little buttery, pecan brittle is the perfect treat for the holiday season (or any season). Unlike...

Parmesan Pretzel Rods
For the snack fans on your gift list, these cheesy pretzels are terrific. The coated rods get great flavor from...

Chocolate Wheat Cereal Snacks
This crunchy mix is great for a late night snack, or any gathering. The chocolate-peanut butter combination will satisfy any...

Moist Pumpkin Scones
Pumpkin scones are known for being especially moist and tender, thanks to the high moisture content of pumpkins. These scones...
Basic Brownie Mix
For variety, add extra goodies to this basic brownie recipe. It's a quick answer to dessert for a busy family...