Do you want to learn how to make chocolate buttercream for cupcakes, filling and frosting a variety of desserts? One that tastes great but doesn't cost a fortune to make and is easy to do? Look no further. This simple...
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Portion Control is the Key to Healthy Sweets
Did you know that you can eat sweets on a diet and still lose weight? And that you don't have to follow trends? Portion control is the key to healthy sweets. It is not necessary to give up carbohydrates, sugar, fat or...
Classic Brownies are So Easy to Make
So many recipes for brownies out there are overly complicated and not easy to make. These classic brownies are just that: timeless. Loaded with chocolate flavor, you get to pick whether to make them milk chocolate or dark...
Easy and Delicious Coconut Macaroons
Learn how to make coconut macaroons easily with this recipe. After spending months perfecting the macaron, another delicious meringue cookie, this will be a breeze! Coconut macaroons can be made a variety of ways, but in our...
Red Velvet Swiss Roll
This red velvet swiss roll recipe is a crowd pleaser, especially during the holidays. This swiss roll uses the key ingredients of a red velvet cake to get the same taste with less work, less calories and less money. Just...
What Happened to the Margarine Cake
Did you want to learn how make a cake without butter or oil? A margarine cake is a great alternative to butter or oil-based cakes. They seem to bring the best of both cakes to the table. They are lighter and more fluffy than...
Italian Herb and Parmesan Swirl Bread
Recently, we started learning how to braid bread and had so much fun we made a giant cinnamon roll the size of West Virginia mountains. But eventually, you start realizing you are making too many sweets and want something...
Cinnamon Crunch Muffins Made Easy
Cinnamon crunch muffins are a sweet, tender muffin. With subtle spices and just the right amount of sweetness, this muffin is then topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar coating. You'll feel like you are having a special treat...
West Virginia Giant Cinnamon Roll
This recipe is after a late night discussion with a friend about giant versions of our favorite foods. Since many great ideas for recipes come from friends and family, I encourage you as a baker to discuss favorite dishes...
Zesty and Light Lemon Swiss Roll
Lemons are a wonderful way to make any cake special. They balance out the sweetness perfectly and are a refreshing way to end a meal. With a lemon swiss roll, you won't spend a lot of money to impress your friends and family...
Easily Make Hard Candy without a Thermometer
We love to make hard candy and soon, so will you! You can make it as a gift, for yourself or as decoration. Glass candy can flavor it to be any flavor and color. You can even make your own cough drops once you learn how to...
Make Learning How to Braid Bread Fun
Time for some fun with bread making. Let's braid bread and see what happens! After creating many recipes, I decided to use this easy hamburger bun recipe and make a braided garlic bread. The reason I chose this bread is...
Wild and Wonderful West Virginia Pepperoni Rolls
Spicy pepperoni baked inside soft rolls is something that is said to be West Virginian invention. The oils from the pepperoni seeps into the bread as it bakes and gives the dough an amazing texture and flavor. Made...
Blueberry Muffins are Perfect for the Beginner
Blueberry muffins are a really great introduction to baking. You can use fresh, frozen or dried berries. And if you really love blueberries, feel free to sneak in an extra 1/2 cup of them. Toss in some nuts or lemon zest....
Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Earlier this year, I made a spice cake that had a simple glaze for a frosting. Since then, some have asked for a cream cheese frosting that isn't overpowering. This is what we came up with, a sweet buttercream icing with a...
Easy and Delicious Oven-Roasted Potatoes
Oven-roasted potatoes are like french fries healthier cousin. And if you use spices, they are tastier. When you slow bake these spuds, you will have a crispy outside with a soft and tender inside that will rival your...
Simply Easy No-Bake Buckeye Fudge
No-Bake Buckeye Fudge is a rich, creamy peanut butter fudge covered in dark chocolate candy that doesn't take a lot of effort and makes an excellent gift. You can have it made within 1/2 hour and freezes well for last minute...
Easy and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Bread
If you love cinnamon rolls, this bread is just for you. Cinnamon swirl bread is sweet and a little spicy. Perfect on its own or you can toast it. Make it for breakfast or as a snack. Anyway you slice it, you'll enjoy every...
Easy to Make Powdered Sugar Icing
Powdered sugar icing is also known as buttercream, frosting or American buttercream. Whatever the name, it's the perfect addition to any cake. It's also simple to remember how to make. It's not only easy to make, you can...
Cream Cheese Frosting and Filling
This is a very simple recipe for cream cheese frosting and filling. It is great for pumpkin rolls or to spread over cake. The trick is to let the cream cheese and butter become softened and to beat the cream cheese first to...
How to Zest and Juice a Lemon Safely
Let's learn how to zest a lemon safely. When working with round objects such as potatoes, limes, oranges and lemons, you want to take your time. If you are in a hurry, you don't take time to have proper equipment, you can...