Recipes and Baking Tips by Janice Thompson

In this post I'm going to show you how to take leftover packets of instant oatmeal--in any flavor you happen to have on hand--and turn them into luscious muffins.

In this post I'm going to share a delicious and easy recipe for a savory snack--Oven-Baked Chex Mix. No doubt you grew up eating this easy and affordable treat. Now you can make it from scratch!

If you love the rich taste of banana and the crunch of walnuts or pecans, this is the recipe for you! This simple from-scratch banana nut muffin recipe is incredibly easy. It's also delicious and economical!

Jazz up a Boxed Cake Mix

Tangy, creamy, and refreshingly sweet, this homemade Key Lime Pie is the perfect balance of tart citrus and smooth filling in a buttery graham cracker crust. A simple, classic dessert that’s perfect for holidays, summer gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a taste of the tropics.”

If you loved that delicious little rectangular box of Cracker Jack as a kid, have I got a treat for you! With this easy recipe you can make your own homemade version any day of the week!

If you love the cozy taste of a cup of hot chocolate but you’re in the mood for cookies, I’ve got the perfect treat for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make Hot Chocolate Cookies—perfect for any occasion! 

If you love a crunchy breakfast bar, loaded with the flavor of blackberries, this is the recipe for you. A rich crumbly crust, a sticky middle, and a lovely streusel topping. . .all in one luscious bite. Best of all, it's not overly sweet!

If you're looking for a topping that's loaded with the sweetness of brown sugar and the crunch of pecans, have I got a treat for you! This easy streusel recipe is perfect for topping desserts or even your favorite sweet potato casserole!

If you love a really good homemade cheesecake like you get at fancy restaurants, you’ve come to the right place. This recipe is simple enough to make at home but rich enough to make you feel like you’ve spent a fortune for a slice of it! 

A new devotion from Out of the Box Baking.com

If you’re looking for a bar with a soft sugar cookie crust, cake-like in texture, with a rich almond and cherry flavor, have I got a treat for you! These Simple Cherry Pie Bars (Cherry Cobbler Bars) are gooey, soft, and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

It's been a busy year here at Out of the Box Baking and emotions are running high as we wrap up what has been a stellar twelve months. 2022 Was a Great Year for Out of the Box Baking First, a huge "Thank you!" to you, my readers, for your love and support! I could …

In this post I'm going to show you how to make a delicious and creamy maple walnut fudge. It's easy and tasty!

If you're looking for a quick breakfast treat or dessert and you love the taste of cinnamon, have I got an easy recipe for you! This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread comes together in minutes and only requires a handful of simple ingredients!

Every now and again you come up with a recipe that surprises and delights you—not just because it’s original, but because it’s so simple, too! This Cranberry Creamsicle Pudding was definitely pure delight!

Fudgy chocolate cookies loaded with cool peppermint flavor—these double mint treats are perfect for holiday baking and gifting.

If you love those chewy, rich pralines, the kind that leave your teeth feeling a bit sticky, you’re going to flip over this great recipe. You cook these pralines up in a heavy saucepan. There’s no baking involved! 

If you're in the holiday spirit and want to bake a cake that reflects that, I've got a fun one for you! Best of all, this traditional Yule log cake starts with a simple cake mix.

If you love a luscious bread pudding but you’re also crazy about the mergence of orange and cranberry, have I got a treat for you! This delicious bread pudding is a breeze to make and so tasty you’ll make it again and again.

Sweet coconut filling dipped in rich chocolate—these easy coconut balls taste like your favorite candy bar but are simple to make at home.

A new devotion from Out of the Box Baking

These Homemade Pop-Tarts are easy and fun, the perfect project to work on with the kids in your life. There's so versatile, too!

In this post I'm going to show you how to doctor an instant cornbread mix to make it moist and flavorful using a simple ingredient. . .heavy whipping cream.

If you’re in the mood for a quick, easy cookie—one loaded with oats, chocolate, and peanut butter—have I got the perfect no-bake recipe for you! 

Buttery, crunchy, and coated in chocolate and nuts—this traditional English toffee is a simple, irresistible holiday classic.

If you love the texture and ease of a traditional banana bread but also love the warm, nutty flavor of brown butter, have I got a treat for you! This simple recipe adds rich spices and luscious browned butter for a unique twist on an old favorite. 

Caramel, pecans, and chocolate combine in these easy no-bake turtles—simple to make, fun for kids, and perfect for gifting.

Buttery shortbread topped with caramel and chocolate—these easy Twix cookies are a quick, irresistible take on the classic candy bar.

It's fall here in the south and everyone is adding pumpkin to their favorite cakes, pies, and cookies. My friend stopped by today and taught me how to make her family's favorite pumpkin bread. . .from scratch!

If you’re staring at a bowl of leftover Halloween candies and don’t know what to do with them, have I got a fun surprise for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make delicious baked goods with those delicious leftover candies. Talk about a sugar rush!

In this post you're going to find 42 sweet treats popular in the south! Whether it's cake, pie, cobbler, cookies, or bars, we've got you covered here at Out of the Box Baking. And best of all, we've got some fan favorites sure to please even the most discriminating southern palate!

Here in the south we love our sweets and we're particularly fond of this traditional fruity cake. It you love a rich, full cake loaded with nuts and fruit, this is the recipe for you!

Mention the words “red velvet cake” and southerners begin to swoon. We’re so addicted to this cake we can’t imagine life without it. If you’re a fan of this rich cocoa-infused delicacy, you’re going to love this post. I’m about to offer you a “from scratch” version that’s simply irresistible. 

Crisp, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth—these old fashioned butter cookies are a timeless treat perfect for holidays or everyday baking.

In this post I'm going to share my tips and tricks for pulling off the Ultimate Coca-Cola cake! It's rich with chocolate and the bubbly effervescent cola adds a whole new experience to this rich cake!

Buttery cookies topped with caramelized pecans—these easy pecan pie cookies are a quick, festive twist on the classic holiday dessert.

If you love delicious coffee cake and you're also a fan of blueberries, I've got an amazing recipe for you. This easy bundt cake is the best of both worlds, a luscious blueberry coffee cake made with rich sour cream!

Let's face it: everyone's looking for a quick fix these days. If you're short on time (and money) you'll want fast and cheap. The best way to accomplish this is to start with recipes that don't require a ton of ingredients. In this post I'm going to give you some of my favorite suggestions! ;'/{

If you're looking for a fluffy, crisp, old-fashioned Sugar Cookie, do I have a treat for you! This is a simple sugar cookie recipe, packed full of flavor, and straight from Grandma's cookbook!