Recipes and Baking Tips by Janice Thompson

If you’re ready to tackle sourdough but you don’t have starter, this is the recipe for you. In this post I’m going to share my oh-so-simple starter, so easy that anyone can do it! 

If you’re looking for a quick, yeasted sourdough pull-apart roll to make for dinner tonight, I’ve got you covered! This recipe starts with an active starter but incorporates a packet of instant yeast for a quick rise.

Celebrate the sweetness of spring with these delightful Easter desserts! From pastel-hued cakes, cupcakes, and cookies to light and airy trifles and scones, this collection is filled with easy-to-make treats that are perfect for your holiday table.

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar—these classic churros are the ultimate indulgence! Follow this easy recipe to make the perfect golden, crunchy churros at home.

If you’re looking for the world’s simplest but most delicious biscuit, you’ve come to the right place! These light, fluffy biscuits are incredibly fast and easy to make and packed full of flavor and texture. 

If you’re looking for a simple chocolate cake with the texture of velvet, this is the recipe for you. This easy doctored cake mix uses a fun and interesting addition - mayonnaise. 

This is an easy go-to recipe for banana nut muffins with streusel topping. Best of all, it’s versatile and delicious! 

If you’re in the mood for a delicious scone, one pretty and tasty enough for a tea party but hearty enough for an afternoon treat with a cup of coffee or tea, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make my favorite chocolate chip scones.

Discover 100+ of the best homemade bread recipes—from sweet loaves and savory quick breads to traditional yeast breads and indulgent bread puddings. This master list includes reader favorites and recipes from top baking bloggers!

If you love that nutty goodness of a pecan sandie but you’re in a hurry, I’ve got a real treat for you! These yummy pecan sandie cookies come together in minutes and start with a simple box of white cake mix. 

If you're looking for exciting cookie facts, this is the post for you! We'll delve into the history of cookies and some of the most fascinating cookie facts you've ever heard of!

If you're looking for a chunky, delicious carrot cake loaded with a surprise apple flavor, this is the recipe for you! It's simple, it's delicious, and best of all. . .it starts with a box of cake mix.

Discover the ultimate guide to boho baking, where cozy, chic recipes transform everyday treats into Insta-worthy confections perfect for grownups and teen bakers alike. Dive into inspiring galleries featuring cakes, cupcakes, cookies, scones, weddings, and high tea ideas, and embrace the art of cozy baking vibes.

If you love a delicious lemon pound cake but you’re in a hurry and don’t want to make one from scratch, I’ve got you covered! In this post I’m going to show you how to make an easy and quick lemon pound cake that starts with a box of cake mix. 

If you love scones but you're in a hurry you're going to flip over this simple scones recipe! These are so tasty and they come together in minutes!

Learn how to transform a simple boxed cake mix into a buttery, dense pound cake with a few light hacks—quick, moist, and foolproof.

Light and bright, sweet and petite, colorful and charming, these cookies are all perfect for your Easter celebration. Enjoy this master list of springtime favorites, sure to delight your Easter guests.

There’s no better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with rich, decadent chocolate desserts. Every bite feels like pure indulgence!

If you're looking for fun cookie ideas for Easter, we've got you covered! Keep reading if you want to discover the best cut-out sugar cookie recipe and decorating hacks to design your own hand-painted Easter cookies!

Want rich, fudgy brownies that taste homemade but start with a mix? This easy doctored brownie recipe transforms a simple box into a decadent, bakery-style treat in minutes!

If you’re looking for a gooey, rich brownie to share with your loved one this Valentine’s Day, one that screams, “Be Mine!” you’ll find that in this fun recipe! This doctored cake mix brownie is the perfect way to say “I love you!”

When it comes to Valentine's Day, certain flavors naturally take center stage, each one offering its own romantic allure. In this post I'm going to share some of my favorite Valentine's flavors, as well as several delicious recipes that feature these favorites!

If you’re looking for the perfect sweet treat to serve this Valentine’s Day, we’ve got you covered. You’re going to love these delicious strawberry shortcakes. . .two ways! 

Valentine's Day has a long, rich history, and the sweet treats we consume is part of the story!

Want to test your knowledge of Valentine's Baking? You've come to the right place. Check out this fun quiz from Out of the Box Baking!

If you’re a fan of quick breads (things like pumpkin bread, banana bread, zucchini bread, and so on) you’re going to flip over this delicious carrot bread. It’s got all of the flavors you’ve come to love in a great carrot cake but is made in a simple loaf pan. 

If you’re looking for a rich, tangly banana bread, one that bakes up perfectly every time, you’re going to flip over this recipe. This Southern Living Cream Cheese Banana Bread is delicious and simple to make. It contains a secret ingredient: Cream Cheese!

If you love that combination of chocolate, caramel and pecans but you’re also a fan of a light, fluffy puff pastry, you’re going to flip over these delicious treats! This has to be the simplest way to make turtles yet! 

If you’re looking for a simple and delicious appetizer, one you can take to your next event, one with flavors reminiscent of your childhood, this is the post for you! These yummy Sloppy Joe Roll Ups are going to make everyone happy! 

If you’re a fan of homemade muffins but you’re also love that delicious coconut pecan frosting that comes in a canister, this is the perfect recipe for you. This is a from-scratch muffin recipe that added frosting directly to the mix. 

If you love that delicious flavor and texture of a Nestle’s Crunch bar, you’re sure to enjoy these easy Cocoa Crunch Cookies. They’re delicious and simple. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix! 

If you want a delicious butter cookie, perfect for dunking in your hot tea or coffee, this is the recipe for you! These delicious French Butter Cookies are simple to make and come together in minutes! 

If you love the ease of a sheet of puff pastry and you're looking for some great appetizers and sweet treats, this is the post for you! Keep reading to discover lots of tasty recipes.

If you're wondering what to bake up for that next birthday celebration, we've got you covered! In this post you'll find recipes for all of your favorite birthday cakes--from the ones you grew up with to the ones you fell in love with as an adult.

If you love the light, flaky texture of puff pastry and the creamy goodness of macaroni and cheese you're going to flip over this fun and simple recipe.

If you’re looking for a simple and delicious appetizer, one you can take to your next event, this is the post for you! These yummy Puff Pastry Pizza Rolls are going to win over your guests! 

If you’re looking for a hearty chicken pasta dish, one that’s packed full of flavor, look no further! This delicious chicken ranch casserole won’t cost you a million dollars but it’ll sure taste like you spent that much! 

Looking for a simple way to enjoy your favorite French Dip sandwich? You’re going to flip over this delicious version that starts with a sheet of puff pastry! 

If you love the light, crisp texture of a flaky puff pastry but you’re also a fan of that creamy Nutella goodness, you’re going to flip over this simple recipe!

Discover 80+ delicious ways to transform boxed cake mix into irresistible desserts. From cookies and bars to pies and cakes, these recipes are simple, creative, and perfect for every occasion.