Christmas Favorites

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.

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

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.

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!

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. 

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!

In this post I'm going to show you how to make luscious soft Christmas peppermints, also known as Butter Mints. They're perfect for Christmas or any time of year.

In this post you'll find lots of easy Christmas candy recipes from Out of the Box Baking!

If you love Cinnamon Toast Crunch you've definitely come to the right place. In this post we're going to learn how to make Puppy Chow (also known as Reindeer Chow during the holidays) out of your favorite breakfast cereal.

Creamy peanut butter centers dipped in chocolate and dusted with sugar—these holiday snowballs are a quick, irresistible treat.

If you love the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice but you also love the nutty, fruity texture of a fruitcake, you're going to love this recipe. It's the perfect blend of two favorites. And best of all, it starts with a box of cake mix!

Sweet treats during the holidays? Yes, please! And, making them with the kids? Why, that’s just the icing on the cake! And talk about great holiday memories!

The Christmas holidays are the perfect time for baking and here at Out of the Box Baking we've got a plethora of recipes sure to please even the most discriminating palate. In this post we'll share 24 amazing (and easy) recipes perfect for the holiday season.

It’s beginning to look a lot like. . .snowmen! If you’re a fan of Nutter Butter cookies and you’re in the Christmas spirit, I’ve got a great tutorial for you. In this post you’re going to learn how to make Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies!

Coconut cake is a popular offering in the south, but there’s no reason why we need to limit it geographically! This luscious cake is perfect for families across the globe and great for Christmas, Easter, and every day in-between! 

A rich twist on a classic—this fudgy pecan pie combines buttery pecans with silky chocolate filling for an indulgent Thanksgiving dessert.

I don't know about you but I'm crazy about the combination of orange and cranberry. If you love the mergence of those two flavors--the tartness of cranberries and the sweetness of an orange cookie, you've come to the right place. This is an easy recipe, perfect for the holidays or any time of year.

In this post we're going to learn how to make easy chocolate-covered Oreos decorated to look like Christmas ornaments!

If you're looking for a fun and colorful Christmas cupcake project for the kids, this is it! These simple Grinch cupcakes come together easily and quickly. And best of all, they start with a boxed cake mix!

If you love the idea of fruitcake but you're not a fan of the taste or texture, have I got a treat for you! This Depression-era fruit and nut cake will win over even the non-fruitcake-lovers out there! It's packed full of texture and flavor!

If you love peppermint but you also enjoy the creamy texture of white chocolate, this is the recipe for you! These yummy cookies combine those two favorites! And just for fun, I'm going to teach you how to make these cookies two ways.

If you love the simplicity and taste of a great Mexican Wedding Cookie but you're looking for something packed full of a rich almond flavor, this is the recipe for you! These tender, flaky cookies have a pie crust consistency but the flavor of an amazing almond shortbread.

Wondering what to bake this Christmas season? Bundt cakes are the answer! They're easy to bake, easy to transport and (best of all) easy to slice and serve! And, if you're looking for some tasty holiday recipes we've definitely got you covered!

If German Chocolate Cake is your thing but you don't have time to make the coconut pecan frosting from scratch, this is the recipe for you! This luscious Earthquake Cake oozes with flavor. It's loaded with coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips and it bubbles over with an extra-special addition: cream cheese filling!

Apple desserts are perfect year 'round but they're especially wonderful in the fall. As soon as Autumn leaves start tumbling we long for those rich warm flavors of cinnamon and spice. That's exactly why I put together this list of nine of my favorite apple recipes, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any time of year!

This easy apple pie pairs a flaky homemade crust with cinnamon-spiced filling for a cozy, crowd-pleasing holiday dessert.

If you love apple pie but you’re in the mood for a delicious coffee cake, one you would be happy to serve at a breakfast gathering or brunch, have I got a great new recipe for you! This “from scratch” cake is light and luscious and covered in a crisp streusel. 

If you love the combination of cinnamon and sugar and you happen to love streusel topping with crunchy toasted pecans, then I've got the perfect recipe for you. This Easy Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake is perfect for breakfast. . .or any time of day!

If you're in the mood for a luscious cherry cobbler, laced with a crunchy crust, have I got a recipe for you! This rich cobbler is packed full of flavor and topped with a crisp layer of almonds.

Crunchy pecans coated in sweet, caramelized sugar—this easy stovetop recipe makes the perfect snack, gift, or salad topper.

If you love rich, decadent chocolate cake but you've sworn off gluten, this is the recipe for you. You can stop searching for the perfect flourless chocolate cake, my friend. You've found it right here, in this post.

This is a simple no-bake sweet treat, perfect for the holidays! A little cereal, a little chocolate, a lot of powdered sugar. . .and you've got a tasty treat for your guests!

If you love a good cinnamon roll, one that's gooey and sticky but light and fluffy at the same time. . .you're definitely in the right place. This Monkey Bread recipe is rich with brown sugar and cinnamon and will leave you swooning! Best of all, it starts with canned biscuits. Talk about simple!

If you're looking for a host of different cookie recipes to fill that holiday cookie exchange tray, you've come to the right place. These sixteen recipes are simple to make and perfect for a swap!

If you're looking for a luscious cobbler with that crisp homemade crust you grew up eating, you've come to the right place. This easy recipe calls for canned pie filling but a crust so flaky and delicious you'll swear you're sitting around grandma's table eating it.

Need to use up those ripe bananas? Check out these ten easy and tasty recipes from Out of the Box Baking.com

If you love pecan pie but enjoy the ease of a blondie, you're going to love this new recipe from Out of the Box Baking!

If you're looking for a classic sheet cake with rich chocolate cake and luscious chocolate-pecan frosting, you've come to the right place. This will be a big hit at your next gathering, and you don't have to live in Texas to enjoy it!