A soft white sweet roll dough that can be used in a variety of dessert recipes Yield: 12-24 servings Ingredients: 2 c flour1 T dry yeast1 c milk1/4 c sugar1/4 c shortening1 t salt2 eggs1 1/2-2 c flour Instructions: 1. In large mixer bowl, combine 2 cups flour and 1… Read more »
Soft and sweet caramel-covered rolls, bursting with pecans Yield: 24 rolls Ingredients: Basic Sweet Roll Dough** 3 T butter, softened1/2 c granulated sugar1 t ground cinnamon 2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 c butter2 T light corn syrup 1/2 c chopped or halved pecans Instructions: 1. Roll each half of Basic Sweet Roll Dough**… Read more »
A sweet chocolate quick bread with chocolate chips inside, topped with a homemade chocolate glaze Yield: 10-12 servings Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup (packed) brown sugar2 eggs1 cup (6 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted1 1/2 cups applesauce2 teaspoons vanilla2 1/2 cups flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon… Read more »
An aromatic semi-sweet biscotti with almond, vanilla, and chestnut flavors, baked to a light dry texture Yield: 2-3 dozen slices Ingredients: 1 + 1/2 cups fresh drinking water2 tablespoons (dry) chestnut flavored black tea1 1/2 cups sugar3/4 cup oil4 eggs1 1/2 tablespoons double-strength vanilla extract1 1/2 tablespoons almond extract5 to 5… Read more »
A simple and hearty gingerbread square made with whole wheat flour and molasses which give it substance and sweetness, making the perfect snack Yield: 12 pieces Ingredients: Gingerbread Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ginger1 egg, lightly beaten1/2… Read more »
A soft, moist homemade quick bread with banana and pineapple Yield: 2 loaves Ingredients: 3 cups flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt3 eggs2 cups sugar1 cup oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups mashed bananas (about 4 medium bananas)1 cup crushed pineapple (with the excess liquid drained; this is almost… Read more »
A moist, sweet pumpkin quick bread with cinnamon and nutmeg Yield: 2 loaves Ingredients: 3 cups sugar1 cup oil3 eggs2/3 cup water2 cups pumpkin (or one, 15-ounce can)1 cup chopped nuts, optional3 cups flour2 teaspoons cinnamon1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon nutmeg2 teaspoons baking soda1 tablespoon baking powder Instructions: 1. In… Read more »
Quick and simple buttery bread sticks — garlic or cinnamon recipe variations included! Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine1 tablespoon oil3 cups flour (I use part whole wheat, part unbleached)1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon baking powder3/4-1 cup milk **See additional notes for ingredients and instructions to… Read more »
Slices of bread drenched in spiced egg, toasted and served with a cinnamon apple topping Yield: 8 slices with topping (about 4 servings) Ingredients: Apple topping: 4 cups sliced peeled cooking apples (about 3 large apples)1 1/2 cup water, divided1 cup sugar*1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon cinnamon3 tablespoons cornstarch or Clear… Read more »
A flaky crescent pastry with a cinnamon and cream cheese filling and icing glaze Yield: 36 small pastries Ingredients: 2 cups sifted flour1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold butter1 egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt8 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup powdered (confectioner’s) sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Icing Ingredients: 1… Read more »
