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Caramel Pecan Cheesecake

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A sweet creamy caramel flavored cheesecake and a buttery pecan crust, with caramel drizzle and pecan halves on top Yield:  12 large servings Ingredients:  Crust ingredients: 12 ounces pecans6 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons butter, melted Cheesecake ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2… Read more »

Chocolate Chip Mandelbrot

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A crunchy sweet vanilla-flavored bread/cookie with chocolate chips! Yield:  2-3 dozen slices Ingredients:  1 1/2 cups sugar1 cup oil4 eggs3 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon vanilla extract4 to 4 1/2 cups flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1 cup chopped walnuts, optional1 1/2 cups (9 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips… Read more »

Unleavened Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Fudge Frosting

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A two-layer chocolate cake with a rich fudge frosting! Yield:  12 servings Ingredients:  1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened2 cups sugar6 eggs1 1/2 cups flour1 cup cocoa powder1 tablespoon vanilla extract Frosting ingredients: 2 cups white sugar1 cup cocoa powder1/2 cup milk1/2 cup (1 stick) butter2 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions: … Read more »

Old-Fashioned Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

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A flavorful moist carrot cake with sweet cream cheese frosting Yield:  18 servings Ingredients:  Cake Ingredients: 2 cups sugar1 1/4 cup vegetable oil4 eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons lemon juice2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons baking powder3 cups finely grated carrots*1/4 cup well-drained… Read more »

Deluxe Chocolate Frosting

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Rich, creamy chocolate frosting that’s simple to make and absolutely delicious! Yield:  ~2 cups (see additional notes below) Ingredients:  1 cup butter, softened*1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/4 cups cocoa powder4 1/2 cups powdered sugar1/2 cup milk Instructions:  1. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter with an electric mixer. gradually… Read more »

Shortcake

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2 c. flour 5 T. sugar 4 T. butter, softened 4 t. baking powder 1 t. salt 1 c. milk Mix dry ingredients and work butter in with a pastry blender. Add milk and stir. Press into a well-greased 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 pan, sprinkle top with… Read more »