Category: desserts

  • Pecan Fudge Brownies

    Pecan Fudge Brownies

    1 cup butter1/2 cup cocoa2 cups sugar4 eggs2 tsp vanilla1 1/2 cups flour, sifted1 cup coarsely chopped pecans In a large sauce pan melt butter.  Remove from heat.  Add cocoa and sugar.  Blend in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts.  Spread in a greased and floured 13″ X 9″…

  • Nanaimo Bars

    Nanaimo Bars

    I was first introduced to Nanaimo Bars last year after my parents returned from a trip to Canada.  Patrick, my husband, was so excited!  Having spent two years in Canada he knew of their deliciousness.  Well, after just one bite, I understood why.  They were wonderful and rather unique; part cookie part candy and made…

  • Molasses Bars

    Molasses Bars

    Another family favorite passed down from Grandma. Always soft and chewy – even the edges. Ingredients 3/4 cup molasses 1/3 cup shortening 1 egg beaten 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup milk 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 1/2 tsp. salt 3 1/4 cup flour Directions In saucepan combine shortening and…

  • Almond Poppy Seed Bundt Cake

    Almond Poppy Seed Bundt Cake

    This is a family favorite and when it is served  for dessert there aren’t many leftovers. It is great, you only dirty one bowl stirring it together. Almond Poppy Seed Bundt Cake 3 eggs 2 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 tsp almond extract 3/4 cup oil 1 1/2 cups half and…

  • Fish Cake

    Fish Cake

    Did you see this fun cake idea in the Parade (April 28) section of the paper? So cute, I had to make one too. My kids and I had a great time making this Fish Cake for Rachel’s first birthday. Parade has great instructions here. The article subtitle says, “Believe it or not, everything you…