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50+ Easy Pie and Cobbler Recipes
Discover the best pies and cobblers to bake year-round! From pumpkin and pecan pies to fruit-filled classics and easy no-bake options, these recipes are perfect for holidays, potlucks, and cozy evenings at home.
Why Did My Cake Turn Out Like This?
Struggling with cakes that turn out too wet, too dry, too dense, or collapsed? This helpful baking troubleshooting guide explains common cake problems and how to fix them for perfect results every time.
Easy Holiday Baking for People Who Don't Bake
Discover easy holiday baking recipes anyone can make! From simple cookies and cupcakes to foolproof cakes and no-bake desserts, this roundup is perfect for people who don’t bake but still want festive Thanksgiving and Christmas treats.
Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread
This Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread is rich, moist, and bursting with warm spices, dark molasses, and fresh ginger. Perfect for the holidays, this spiced loaf gets stickier and more flavorful the longer it sits!
Warm & Cozy: Best Molasses Recipes for Fall & Holidays
Molasses brings warmth, richness, and depth of flavor to baked goods, making it the perfect ingredient for fall and holiday treats. From classic cookies to decadent cakes and breads, here’s a round-up of my favorite molasses-infused recipes.
Mexican Hot Chocolate Bundt Cake
Warm, spicy, and perfectly decadent—this Mexican Hot Chocolate Bundt Cake combines German chocolate cake mix, cinnamon, and a hint of heat, topped with a luscious cinnamon buttercream glaze. The perfect cozy dessert for holidays and gatherings!
Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies | Cozy Fall Favorite
Bake soft, chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with rich fall flavor! Easy, cozy, and perfectly spiced—your new favorite autumn treat.
Keto-Friendly Chocolate Chip Muffins (Almond Flour)
These soft, naturally low-carb almond flour muffins are packed with rich chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, and sweetened with monk fruit for a guilt-free treat. Perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on-the-go!
Slap Ya Mama Pound Cake Recipe
This rich, buttery Southern pound cake recipe—known as Slap Ya Mama Pound Cake—is moist, tender, and packed with old-fashioned flavor. A must-try for any pound cake lover!
Most Delicious Brown Sugar Buttercream
Whip up the most delicious Brown Sugar Buttercream with this easy recipe! Perfectly sweet, creamy, and rich with a hint of caramel flavor—ideal for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
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Let’s Step Out of the Box, Y’all!
If you love to bake and you’re looking for great hacks that start with a boxed mix, you’ve come to the right place! Out of the Box Baking is the brain-child of Janice Thompson (yours truly), an inspirational author of over 165 books and self-proclaimed cake and cookie expert.































