Food & Receipts

Indulge in this layer cake topped with rich buttercream—a vanilla lover's dream. I use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor. —Michelle Dorsey, Wilmington, Delaware,Ingredients3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/3 cups cake flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milkFROSTING:1 cup unsalted butter, softened3 teaspoons clear vanilla extract2-1/2 cups...

My almond flour bread recipe is keto-friendly. It's low in carbs with a fluffy, crumbly texture like a traditional loaf of bread. —Caroline Baines, Spokane, Washington,Ingredients2 cups almond flour1/4 cup chia seeds2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup butter, melted or coconut oil, melted1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or water image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View...

I came up with this pressure-cooker chicken curry after searching for a flavorful chicken dinner. Making it in a pressure cooker, like an Instant Pot, means it's easy to whip up on weeknights. Plus, leftovers taste great for lunch. —Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California,Ingredients2 tablespoons olive oil or ghee, divided1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed1 large onion, chopped1...

How could you not love the brilliant green color of this matcha bark? The flavor is a little earthy and it pairs well with lemon. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor,Ingredients1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips1/4 teaspoon culinary lemon oil2 tablespoons matcha (green tea powder)1 cup crumbled sesame rice crackers image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View...

It doesn't take much to add a fun theme to a birthday party. This delightfully decorated baby shark cake, plus a few colorful frills, will bring the theme to life. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients1 cup butter, softened2-1/2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups sour creamFROSTING:6...

Keto eaters, rejoice! This ultra soft cookie recipe is a perfectly tasty guilt-free treat. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, softenedGranulated erythritol equivalent to 1/3 cup granulated sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups almond flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate baking chips image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a large...

Instead of sprinkling with cinnamon sugar before baking, you could also add your favorite streusel topping to make this bread more like coffee cake. I like to serve it warm with applesauce. — Donna Goutermont, Sequim, Washington,Ingredients2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided3 tablespoons canola oil2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking...

Our calendar always fills up fast with potlucks and picnics to see family and friends and this is a dessert that they look forward to every year. If you’re lucky enough to have one or two left, try warming up a piece in the microwave and topping it with vanilla ice cream. —Jennifer Pelzel, Spring Valley, Wisconsin,Ingredients1-1/2 cups...

There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe ever. The caramelized exterior meets a soft custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy, too! —Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,Ingredients1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3 large egg yolks3 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground...

Hummus is my go-to appetizer when I need something quick, easy and impressive. Over the years I've picked up a number of tricks that make this the best hummus recipe you'll ever have. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor,Ingredients1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon...