Baking & Dessert Recipes

Find baking and dessert recipes from cakes and pies to cookies, quick breads, muffins, crisps, pudding, and more. From MyGourmetConnection, everyday recipes for the creative cook.
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Lemon Ricotta Cookies
Lemon ricotta cookies are a classic Italian treat filled with tangy lemon flavor. Their delicate, cake-like texture and perfect amount of sweetness make them a standout in any cookie assortment or a great choice for a light dessert after a holiday meal.
Apple Brown Betty
Fall is upon us and this Apple Brown Betty is a perfect celebration of Fall flavors. A traditional “betty” consists of alternating layers of sugar-spiced fruit and buttered breadcrumbs. Our apple brown betty is an easy-to-make, layered dessert of tart apple slices, brown sugar, buttered breadcrumbs, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It's great as is, but we love ours a la mode with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Cherry Orange Scones
Indulge in the flaky goodness of homemade cherry scones with a hint of orange zest. Perfect for holiday breakfast or brunch!
Soft Pumpkin Cranberry Cookies
Make your holiday baking extra special with our Soft Pumpkin Cranberry Cookies. These cake-like cookies, filled with the goodness of pumpkin and cranberries, are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Hungarian Kiffles
Kiffles are delicate Hungarian cookies made with cream cheese dough and filled with various flavors of pastry filling. They make a beautiful contribution to any holiday cookie platter.
Scalloped Pineapple
Try the delightful combination of pineapple, buttery brioche, and custard-like texture in scalloped pineapple. Perfect as a side dish or dessert!
Cranberry Orange Bars
Indulge in the irresistible combination of tart cranberries and bright citrus flavor with these easy-to-make cranberry orange bars. When it comes to sweets, we’ve yet to meet a cranberry orange dessert recipe we don’t love! This classic flavor pairing is a match made in heaven, and who knew such a delicious treat could be so simple? These cranberry orange bars are a breeze to make, and they’re the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and buttery.
Savory Pesto Zucchini Bread
Flavored with basil pesto and Parmesan cheese, this savory zucchini bread is easy to make and a refreshing change from the sweet variety. The addition of buttermilk gives the zucchini bread a nice tangy flavor and it is served as-is or lightly toasted with a little bit of butter.
Grape Nut Custard Pudding
Low in calories (only about 200 per serving) and easy to make, this dessert is simply a lightly-sweetened egg custard, flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg and combined with Grape-Nuts cereal. Grape-Nut custard pudding has been a favorite of New England cuisine dating back to the early 1900s. It was very popular in the 1970s when I was living in Rhode Island and you could find it on the dessert menu of many casual restaurants.
Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti
We absolutely love Biscotti for their versatility and satisfying crunch. Their crisp texture is perfect for dunking into a morning cup of coffee, an after-dinner espresso, or a glass of dessert wine. These cranberry pistachio biscotti are a favorite of ours for the holidays because of the festive red and green color combination of their ingredients, making them great for gift-giving.
Easy Homemade Cornbread
Nothing says comfort like warm, homemade cornbread! This traditional Northern-style recipe is lightly sweetened, and easy to make. Great as a side or just slathered with butter and honey.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
This buttermilk-based chocolate zucchini bread is a reader favorite that works great light dessert, breakfast, or afternoon snack. The shredded zucchini and buttermilk together add moisture and a nutritious boost while keeping fat and calories to a minimum. We think our chocolate zucchini bread is tasty enough to be served plain, but a thin spread of cream cheese is a great addition – like a piece of chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting!
Fresh Peach Cobbler
There’s no better way to showcase the flavor of fresh summer peaches than in a homemade cobbler. Our recipe pairs the natural sweetness of the peaches with an easy-to-make, buttery biscuit dough topping, so whether you need a dessert for a family gathering, or just want to enjoy it yourself with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this peach cobbler is a must-try summer treat.
Easy Blueberry Crisp
If you’re looking for a simple and delicious summer dessert, this easy blueberry crisp is the perfect choice. Made with fresh, juicy blueberries and topped with a crunchy mix of crushed cornflakes, melted butter, and a hint of cinnamon, this recipe comes together quickly and effortlessly. Using naturally sweet, ripe fruits allows you to reduce or even eliminate added sugar, so whether you prefer lightly sweetened desserts or something more indulgent, you can easily tailor the flavor.
Cranberry Walnut Cookies
These cranberry walnut cookies are slightly chewy, filled with tangy cranberries and crunchy walnuts, and flavored with a hint of orange for a bright citrusy note. In addition, they’re quick to whip up, and freeze well, making them perfect for gifting and sharing the holiday spirit!