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Fall Cakes, Cookies, Cupcakes, and More
Fall is the perfect time to bake. I covered some of my favorite recipes in my Favorite Fall Desserts post. I've decided (just for fun) to post some pictures of fall-themed baked goods that I've created over the years. They...
Favorite Fall Desserts
Discover the best fall dessert recipes packed with warm spices, pumpkin, apple, and molasses. These cozy treats are perfect for autumn gatherings, Thanksgiving celebrations, and holiday baking.
Depression-Era Baking Secrets That Still Work Today
During the Depression era the situation was dire and supplies were short. Grandma had to think on her feet. Many of the items she counted on were no longer available or were out of reach financially. Still, she managed to...
White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies (Two Ways)
White chocolate candy cane cookies made two ways — classic or cocoa mint! Soft, sweet, peppermint-filled, and perfect for holiday baking.
Easy Italian Wedding Cookies
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...
Chocolate Banana Bread (Doctored Brownie Mix)
If you're in the mood for chocolate and you've got some overripe bananas on hand, this is the perfect recipe for you! You can merge those two tasty items into one delectable Chocolate Banana Bread!
Life's Little Earthquakes
Enjoy this new devotion from Out of the Box Baking.com
The 12 Bundt Cakes of Christmas
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...
Old-Fashioned Apple Fritters
If you love the light, sweet taste of a donut but you're in the mood for the flavor of apples and cinnamon, this is the recipe for you! These Easy Apple Fritters are out of this world!
9 Easy Apple Dessert Recipes
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...
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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 170 books and self-proclaimed cake and cookie expert.
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