Gordon Ramsay has a classic on his hands with his recipe for Molten Lava Cake. The luscious texture and rich chocolate flavor are two of my favorite parts. When you cut it open, gooey chocolate oozes out. This is the ideal recipe for a sophisticated but simple dessert. Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Lava Cake …

Simple danishes that pack a punch! These require just a handful of ingredients and are made right in your air fryer. Ingredients List: Puff pastry Jelly or jam Egg wash Coarse sugar Powdered sugar Milk Puff Pastry: I use the frozen sheets of dough that can be found in the dessert freezer section of the …

An easy and fruity cobbler cooked in your crock pot. You only need a few simple ingredients for this delicious dessert and it tastes even better served with cold vanilla ice cream! Berry season is in full swing in my area and I am taking full advantage of it. Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries have been …

Apples and cinnamon. A classic combination loaded into a classic dessert: cobbler! Ingredients Needed: Muffin Mix: I used two 7 oz boxes of Jiffy Mix Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix  (No endorsement, I just like them. Find a link to purchase in recipe card)  You can use whatever brand you prefer.  Just pay attention to the size of your package. …

Snickers Taffy Apple Salad is a dreamy salad filled with apples and Snickers candy bars. A perfect addition to your next potluck. This is my favorite go to, have-to bring-something-to-a-warm-weather-party dish. It’s one of recipes that you receive and you have it for so long, that you forget where it came from? Do you have …

Soft chocolate cookies that start with a cake mix. Plus, they are filled with creamy peanut butter and chocolate chips! I can’t believe how long it has been since we’ve done a Budding Baker post! The last one was Cake Batter Truffles and they were a crazy huge hit at my house. Today, My Budding …

A decadent and simple dessert made with brownies, whipped topping, chocolate frosting and caramel sauce! I wasn’t sure if this qualified as a “cake” or as “brownies”. It’s a brownie mix, but, it’s baked in two cake pans. It was a conundrum . 🤔 So, I simply called it a “dessert”. But, whatever you want …

Fun and festive! Soft red velvet cookies that start out with a cake mix and need just three simple additional ingredients to create. My Budding Baker has made up a batch of cookies for your holiday enjoyment. Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are a cinch to make and are just about the perfect cookie for this …

Soft cake batter bars with a creamy chocolate filling. They are crazy good and no, you won’t be able to “leave them alone.” ; ) Holy Cow! These bars are really delicious and quite addicting. The title “can’t leave alone” is spot on. The Ingredients List: White cake mix ( just the dry mix) Eggs …

4 layers of chocolaty goodness that’s filled with a fluffy vanilla custard and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting. My Budding Baker has made you guys a cake ⬇️ A four layer chocolate cake that’s filled with vanilla custard and topped with a creamy whipped chocolate frosting. It’s a semi-homemade cake, which means, yes, we …

Creamy and dreamy! Just two simple ingredients and your chocolate craving is satisfied in no time! It’s delicious plain or dress it up with your favorite extras. Easiest fudge ever for you today! You Only need Two Ingredients! Chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. The great things about this fudge ( besides the fact that …

Creamy homemade chocolate pudding made in just about 30 minutes with simple ingredients right from your pantry! I have two homemade pudding recipes here on the blog. Both are delicious, but, do require ingredients that you may or may not have in your kitchen. Now, if you have those ingredients, please, don’t hesitate to make …

No Sweetened Condensed Milk Required-Creamy, not too sweet and no sweetened condensed milk or ice cream maker required! Add your favorite topping or stir in (s) and easily make your own ice cream creation. I have mentioned about 160 million times on this blog, homemade is always best. So, when you can have the time, …

Thick, fudgy brownies that are made with brown sugar instead of the classic white sugar. A chocolate lovers dream! I have made a lot of brownies in my day (see proof here and guys, these brownies? One of the best brownies I’ve had. #Truth My Budding Baker is a hard core brownie lover and he’s …

Peppermint Oreo Dessert is creamy and dreamy! Layers of Oreo cookies, chocolate peppermint pudding and whipped topping make up this over the top yummy dessert. One of my all time favorite (and readers!) dessert on the site is the No Bake Oreo Dessert. It’s so yummy and so popular, I decided to make a peanut …

Creamy + Chocolaty Goodness = One Delicious Dessert. I very rarely buy avocados.. Once in a while to make guacamole, but, otherwise, they aren’t usually on my shopping list. I know, they are healthy and everyone loves them on toast. But, us? Not avocado people. 🤷 Another thing to note: I’ve spelled avocado wrong about …

Yep, you just need three ingredients for this moist, chocolaty bread. Have it for dessert or a sweet treat for breakfast. A few years ago, I shared Two Ingredients Muffins here on the blog. We still make them to this day and adore them. For a switch up, I decided to take the same idea …

Soft peanut butter cookies with swirl of decadent Nutella, the chocolate hazelnut spread. Happy Monday! Are you ready for a new week? I’m kinda sorta ready. I can see summer vacation on the distant horizon and it has been tough to stay focused. Of course, cookies help!  Especially ➝Peanut Butter Nutella Swirl Cookies.  😋 🥜 …

Grab some pie crust and make yourself some mini cinnamon rolls! Easy, quick and you only need six ingredients! They are perfect for a sweet breakfast, a snack or dessert. My love for cinnamon rolls are quite obvious if you check out the recipe index. It’s not just me! My kids are wild about them …

Perfect for spring and your Easter holiday! No bake mini cheesecakes with an Oreo cookie base, and they’re topped with a sweet marshmallow Peep candies that are dipped in chocolate. #CuteDessertOverload I’ve got your Easter dessert covered today! They are: Your Ingredients List: Supplies You Will Need:

One minute and 8 simple ingredients is all you need for this sweet treat. Delicious and embarrassingly easy. It’s so easy, a child could make it. As a matter of fact, mine did. The cookie pictures was made by my youngest, who is 8 years old. This is “his” recipe and he is a total …

Jazz up your ordinary box of cake mix and make an amazing cake that tastes just like your favorite homemade recipe. A few additional ingredients give this cake a moist texture and a delicious chocolate taste. Creamy chocolate buttercream frosting makes it even better! I ❤️ 💚 💛 cake mixes. Of course, if you have …

Chocolate Whoopie Pie Cake with Marshmallow Filling! It’s a fun whoopie pie..but, in cake form! Two layers of delicious chocolate cake with a fluffy marshmallow filling and a smooth chocolate frosting. An awesome cake for a special dessert and can feed a crowd. Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Marshmallow Filling is a pretty popular recipe here …

Soft cake with an amazing pumpkin spice flavor! It starts with a cake mix and is baked in your crock pot. It’s topped with a creamy cheese frosting and crunchy walnuts. You need this one on your holiday dessert menu! TGIF! Let’s have cake..in the crock pot! This cake is amazingly easy and perfect for …

Soft croissants soaked in a sweet cream custard and topped with two kinds of chocolate! This bread pudding is a decadent treat that is best served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Is it Wednesday already?! Goodness, this week has been crazy busy. I’m taking somebody, somewhere every day this …

Time for dip! Addicting chocolate dip topped with roasted marshmallows. Ingredients Needed: Chocolate Chips Butter Mini Marshmallows Milk Chocolate Chips: I like to use a milk chocolate variety for this dip. However, go with your favorite type of chocolate ( semi-sweet, dark, etc) How to Make: First, find an 9-10 inch oven safe skillet. I …

Butterscotch Pudding Pretzel Cookies are sweet and salty goodness! Soft butterscotch cookies loaded with pretzels and chocolate chips. My daughter asked me this morning if we were going out to our “regular place” for Mother’s Day this year. It’s a really nice place that serves brunch for Mothers Day and Easter, but, is normally just …

Low Fat Chocolate Marble Loaf Cake is delicious and guilt free! This loaf cake will satisfy your craving for cake without all the fat. Since our last post was a pretty decadent ice cream, I figured going a bit guilt free for today and sharing this fab cake wouldn’t be such a bad idea. It’s …

Fun, festive and just in time for Christmas! Ingredients Needed: Vanilla Cake Mix: Any brand or vanilla/butter/white variety will work. Just be sure to stick with a “standard” size box of cake mix. Anywhere from 15-18 oz is fine. Plain Greek Yogurt: If desired, it can be replaced with sour cream. Oil: Use a neutral tasting oil. …

Double Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake is a chocolate lovers dream! Double chocolate cake with a fudge filling and frosting. Friends, welcome to a new week! I made you a cake. Chocolate layer cake. Double chocolate layer cake. I know what you are thinking and yes, it is really good. Yes, this is typically “pumpkin and …

Soft, creamy and packed with the delicious combo of chocolate and peanut butter! Hello Internet friends and happy Monday! I’m back to blogging this week after taking a few days off.  We had a few family summer activities planned for the later part of last week and over the weekend,and getting on a computer just …

A smooth vanilla buttercream center that is drenched in chocolate. Just like Fannie May! Ingredients Needed: Butter: I do recommend using real butter for these. Chocolate Chips: Semi sweet, milk chocolate or dark chocolate will all work!

Peppermint Layer Cake is a soft white cake loaded with peppermint. Perfect for the holiday season! I’m kinda proud of myself this holiday season. My Christmas shopping is done. Well, sorta. All my kids gifts are done with the exception of their stocking stuff. The kids are the major part of my shopping and to …

Classic pound cake made with the buttermilk and drenched in a buttermilk glaze. One of the most popular recipes here on the blog is Chocolate Chip Pound Cake. It was posted in 2014 and has been going crazy ever since. Like, serious,crazy. People love it. Can’t blame them though, it’s really good. I think one …

Warm berries with a crunchy topping baked easily in your iron skillet. Ingredients Needed: Should I Use Fresh or Frozen Fruit? You can use either! If you are using frozen fruit, you may simply need to simmer the berries a smidgen longer. Another Note About the Berries: You will need 6 cups in total. Feel …

Chocolate Marble Gooey Butter Cake is so good and gooey! The classic butter cake with a swirl of chocolate. I mentioned a few months ago, that, over the summer, we had a big, family reunion with my Mom’s side of the family. Lots and lots of cousins and lots and lots of food. My older …

Vanilla cupcakes baked with olive oil and topped with a creamy vanilla buttercream frosting. This is a adapted version from Lauren’s Olive Oil Cupcakes. Aside from your standard canola oil, I have only baked with coconut oil. Never olive oil. I was intrigued what they would be like and well, I adore cupcakes. We LOVED …

A quick snack cake with fudgy chocolate and bananas. Plus, no oil or butter required! I’ve got a sweet little cake for you guys today! This one is super fudgy and it’s packed with chocolate chip and banana flavor.  The best part? No butter or oil!  OK, the best part may be the fact that …

Amazing chocolate cake topped with marshmallows and super fudgy frosting! Is it really August? Summer sure has flown by! My husband will be back to work in just about 2 weeks already. Crazy. It seems like it was just Memorial Day. I guess it shouldn’t be too much of a surprise. We have been super …

Decadent double chocolate cupcakes loaded with fluffy marshmallow frosting! What a great way to tackle a Monday: chocolate cupcakes! Not just chocolate..double chocolate. 🍫 🍫 Not just double chocolate..marshmallow frosting. 😍 😍 For real though..I’ve been food blogging since 2011 and it still stumps me when recipes like this come up. Hence, my dorky intro. …