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This Super Moist Coconut Cake Will Win Over Everyone!

My Super Moist Coconut Cake that  Wins over Everyone
My Super Moist Coconut Cake

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Take your baking skills to a whole new level with this super moist and delicious coconut cake that will win over everyone! Not only will its flavor delight everyone, but it’s also perfect for any special occasion!

Treat yourself and your family to a delightfully flavorful coconut cake that is sure to please. The perfect cake for any special occasion, this super moist and delicious recipe is sure to be a hit!


1. Gather Your Ingredients.

Gather The Ingredients for This Super Moist Coconut Cake

Before getting started, you’ll need to gather your ingredients for the cake. For this delicious and easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll need 2 1/2 Cups of White Lily Unbleached Self-Rising Flour, 1 1/2 Cups Sugar, 1 Cup Whole Buttermilk, 3/4 cup Butter Flavored Crisco Stick, 4 Eggs, 1 Teaspoon Vanilla, 1 Teaspoon Coconut Extract.

Now gather your ingredients for frosting. 2 (14 oz) Packages Coconut (Sweetened), 2 (16 oz) Sour Cream (or one 32 oz), 2 (8 oz) Cool Whip (or one large), 4 Cups Powdered Sugar. 


2. Mix the Cake Batter.

Dash Electric Mixer for Mixing my Super Moist Coconut

Once you have your ingredients, it’s time to create the cake batter. To start, preheat your oven to 350-degrees. Spray two 8-inch or two 9-inch round cake pans, or a 13x9x2-inch cake pan with Pam Baking Spray

Thoroughly combine flour and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add milk and shortening and beat for 2 minutes.  Add eggs, vanilla, and Coconut Extract. Beat an additional two minutes, scraping the side of bowl as needed. 

 Evenly spread batter into prepared pans. Tap pans on the counter several times to remove air bubbles. Bake 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center of the cake comes out clean.

If you must cook longer, just do it in 5-minute increments. Cool on wire cake racks for 5 to 10 minutes before removing cakes from pans. Finish cooling on wire racks.  Note: You can leave your cake in the 13x9x2-inch to cool and frost it in the pan. Make sure the cake is completely cooled before frosting! 


3. Make the Coconut Cream Filling and Frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting for My Super Moist Coconut Cake

To make the coconut cream filling and frosting you will need: 2 Tablespoons Sugar, 1/4 Cup Reduced Fat (lite) Coconut Milk (Not Cream of Coconut), 2-3 Cups of Flaked Coconut (Sweetened).

Filling: In a small microwavable bowl, microwave 2 tablespoons sugar and the coconut milk on High 1 minute. Stir until sugar dissolves. Brush half of the coconut milk mixture over 1 layer cake within 2 inches of edge. 

Frost with 1 cup of frosting; sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the coconut. Top the second cake layer; brush with remaining coconut milk mixture.  Frost with 1 cup frosting; sprinkle with 1/2 cup coconut. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread the remaining frosting on top and sides of the cake. Sprinkle with remaining coconut.


4. Assemble the Cake Layers and Frosting.

Assembling my This Super Moist Coconut Cake

First make the frosting. For this you will need: 2 (14 oz) Packages of Coconut (Sweetened), 2 (16 oz) Sour Cream (or one 32 oz), 2 (8 oz) Cool Whip (or one large), 4 Cups of Powdered Sugar. You should have these ingredients already from #1.

Next, Freeze Coconut. Mix sour cream and powdered sugar. Add frozen coconut. Lastly fold in the Cool Whip. This will frost a 2–3-layer cake. 

Before you can begin to assemble the cake layers and frosting, it is important to make sure that your layers are cooled completely.

Place one of the cake layers on a serving platter or cake stand and spread 1/3 of your coconut cream filling evenly over the top.

Place the second layer of the cake on top of this and spread the remaining filling across it. Finally, spread the frosting smoothly over your coconut cream frosting and finish by sprinkling extra shredded coconut over top. Enjoy!


5. Decorate with Toasted Coconut Flakes and Berries.

Decorating my This Super Moist Coconut Cake

For a final addition, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes around the sides of the cake or place them in an even circle near top of the cake.

You can also decorate with some fresh berries like raspberries and blueberries for a pop of color and flavor. Enjoy this delicious and special coconut cake with all your friends and family!

This makes such a beautiful cake, not to mention how scrumptious it is! Store the remaining cake in a tight container and keep refrigerated. 


Conclusion of “This Super Moist Coconut Cake Will Win Over Everyone!”

COFFEE AND CAKE

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as my family and I have. This Super Moist Coconut Cake is so delicious and makes a beautiful presentation. Great for birthdays, holidays, and any special occasion you may have. Don’t forget the coffee and enjoy!


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Nana’s Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat

Nana's Sweet Potato Pie
Nana’s Sweet Potato Pie

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Nothing says comfort food quite like “Nana’s Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat”. This easy-to-follow recipe will deliver a mouthwatering Southern treat no one can deny!

Treat your family to a classic Southern favorite with Nana’s sweet potato pie. Made with just the right mix of spices and sugar, this sweet recipe is sure to be a hit with anyone lucky enough to take a bite!


1. But First, Make Your Pie Crust

Pie Crust for Nana's Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat

Don’t let this freak you out! It really is easier than you think, but of course with anything you do, practice makes perfect. FYI: Do not bake pie this pie shell! It will bake with your Sweet Potato Pie filling.


For Nana’s Never Fell Pie Crust, you will need:


Directions:

  1. STIR flour and salt in large bowl until blended. Cut shortening into flour mixture using pastry blender or fork until shortening pieces are the size of peas. Gradually add just enough water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, stirring with fork just until dough holds together and forms a smooth ball. 
  2. SHAPE dough into a ball for single pie crust. Divide dough in half and shape it into two balls for double crust pie. Flatten into one-half inch disk(s). Wrap disk(s) in plastic wrap or parchment paper. Chill 30 minutes or up to 2 days. 
  3. ROLL dough on lightly floured surface, rolling from center outward. For a 9-inch pie plate, roll into an 11-inch circle. For a 9 1/2-inch deep-dish pie plate, roll into a 12-inch circle. Transfer dough to pie plate. 
  4. Trim edges of dough flute edges as desired. Cut several 1/2-inch slits in top crust to vent steam. Bake pie according to specific recipe directions.

2. Gather & Measure Ingredients

Gather the Ingredients for Nana's Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat

FYI: I wrap my potatoes in aluminum foil and boil them on top of my stove for about 30-40 minutes until or until tender. To me this is quicker than baking them in the oven, plus they are a lot juicier.


For Nana’s sweet potato pie, you will need to measure out the following ingredients:

  • 4 large, sweet potatoes, or 2 cups
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup of melted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1-9-inch-deep dish pie shell, unbaked.

3. Mix Your Ingredients

Kitchen Aid Mixer for Mixing Nana's Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat

Peel and mash up your cooked sweet potatoes using the whisk from your mixer. Next, add all your ingredients that you have measured out to your sweet potatoes in the mixing bowl of your stand mixer.   Mix all the ingredients at once until well incorporated with the wire whisk.


4. Preheat the Oven

Preheated Oven to Cook Nana's Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat

Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F. Once the oven is heated, you can pour your sweet potato mixture into your prepared pie shell. Place pie plate on pizza stone (if you have one) and bake in 350-degree oven for 60 minutes or until the toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Note: If you have a pizza stone, I highly recommend using one to bake your pies if you don’t have one. It cooks the pies evenly and eliminates the soggy bottom crust. Makes your pies even more delicious.


5. Cool & Store

Cooling Racks to Cool Nana's Sweet Potato Pie a Southern Treat

When you take your pie out, place it on a cake cooling rack before serving. This will give the pie time to “rest” and it will be much easier to cut.

Now that you have cut your pie and enjoyed it, it’s time to store it in an airtight container and place it in the fridge.


6. Now, Enjoy the Fruits of Your Labor!

Sweet Potato Pie and Coffee

Now that you have created this delicious southern treat, you need to grab some coffee for you and your guests and indulge in the sweetness of this awesome pie.


Conclusion of “Nana’s Sweet Potato Pie – A Delicious Southern Treat”

Assorted PIes

I hope you enjoyed “Nana’s Sweet Potato Pie – A Delicious Southern Treat” as much as I enjoyed putting it together for you.

My hope is that you will make both recipes because there is nothing quite like homemade desserts to make for a delightful day. I promise you that you and your family are going to love this pie!


No time to bake? Let me do it for you! Visit my shop at Nana’s Bakery to place your orders. I have this same pie in my shop that I can bake for you plus cakes, cookies, and other pie flavors.

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A Guide to Avoid Falling Cakes

50th Anniversasry Cake

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Enjoy my “A Guide to Avoid Falling Cakesfor delicious moist delicious cakes every time!

Discover the secrets to creating a perfectly moist and fluffy cake – from avoiding dreaded cake falls to mastering the perfect recipe, let’s get started!

Making a moist and fluffy cake doesn’t have to be difficult. With the right steps, including avoiding common cake-making mistakes, finding the perfect cake recipe, and measuring ingredients carefully, you can take the stress out of baking the perfect cake.

1. Choose the Right Cake Batter.

Chose the Correct Cake Batter to Avoid Falling Cakes

When baking a cake, it is important to choose the right type of batter. There are three common types of batters used in cakes – Pound cake, butter cake, and sponge cake.

Each has its own unique characteristics making them suitable for several types of cakes. Pound cake has a dense crumb and is great for heavier fruit-laden cakes. While sponge is great for creating light and fluffy angel food or chiffon cakes.

Meanwhile, Butter cake is often used in more traditional layer cakes due to its creamy texture. Butter cake can hold up to bold flavors.

So, no matter which type of cake batter you choose, it is important to ensure that your cake has enough moisture. Adding a few tablespoons of milk, oil or melted butter can help keep your cake moist during the baking process.

Additionally, pay attention to the ingredient temperature when making your batter and remember to add your wet ingredients first.

Finally, be sure to bake just until your cake is set (the internal temperature should reach 200F-210F). Overcooking can dry out the cake.


2. Use a Properly Greased and Floured Cake Pan.

Use Wilton Cake Pans to Avoid Falling Cakes

It’s essential to properly grease and flour your cake pans so it doesn’t stick to the sides of the pan. And so, they won’t come out too dry.

Grease the bottom and sides of the pan with butter or cooking spray and make sure it’s evenly coated. Then add enough flour to the surface of the pan. Turning and tapping it so that the entire surface is lightly dusted with flour.

Shake out any excess flour before you pour in your cake batter. This will ensure an evenly cooked, moist, and delicious cake every time!

If you’ve greased and floured your cake pan properly, your cake should slide right out once cooled. You can also make sure to do the toothpick test by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, it’s done. This will help you to make sure it’s cooked through before taking it out of the oven.

Note: If you use cooking spray with flour, you do not need to add any flour! This is so much easier; one step and you are done.


3. Avoid Overbeating the Mixture.

Avoid Over Mixing the Ingredients to Avoid Falling Cakes

Overbeating the mixture can shrink and make your cake dense. Beat the mix until it’s just blended. Overmixing causes th cake to become tough, dry, and rubbery.

Once you’ve added your wet and dry ingredients together use a spatula to gently fold the batter over itself. This also helps combine all the ingredients better without making them tough or tough-textured.

It’s important to remember that all recipes require different beating times. Cakes that use baking powder as the raising agent do not need as much beating. Cakes that use self-rising flour tend to need more mixing.

It can be difficult to judge when the mix is correct, so keep an eye on consistency. If your cake batter starts to look ‘curly’ or has a consistency of play dough, then it’s been overbeaten. Your cake will crumble when removed from the tin.

To avoid this, don’t overwork or overmix the cake batter. Check your oven temperature is preheated correctly so that your cake bakes evenly. That way you should ensure your cake comes out with a moist texture each time.


4. Preheat Your Oven and Monitor It Closely.

Preheat Oven to Avoid Falling Cakes

Preheat your oven so that it is at the right temperature before you start baking. Be sure to check the inside of your cake every 10 minutes and take note of how it is browning.

Letting cakes bake further than necessary will result in a dense and dry texture, while underbaking a cake can contribute to a fallen or sunken center. Using an oven thermometer helps ensure that the heat is calibrated correctly for perfectly baked cakes!

Additionally, prevent cake falls by ensuring the pans you use are not too large or deep. According to Delish.com, a cake pan should be no more than two inches deeper than the batter it houses; this will also help your cakes retain their moisture as baking times for deeper pans could differ from what is recommended for flatter surfaces.

It’s also important Your make sure your cake is cooked evenly so that there are no moist spots along the sides or top. Take your cakes out of the oven when they become golden brown and the center of the cake springs back after you push down on it lightly with your finger.


5. Don’t Open the Oven Door Too Early or Too Often.

Do Not Open the Oven to Avoid Falling Cakes

Opening the oven door at the wrong time can cause your cake to fall in the center. Or worse – to collapse! To avoid this, try to keep oven door checks and opening to a minimum.

Waiting until 10 minutes before you expect the cake to be done is best. Opening the oven too often will cause your cake’s temperature to drop and could prevent it from rising properly.

When checking on the progress of your cake, keep in mind that it will continue to bake after you take it out the oven.

Insert a pronged skewer or toothpick into the center of the cake. This is an easier way to resourcefully determine when your cake is either done, or nearly done baking.

Inserting the skewer or toothpick halfway down should come out clean. This means that there should be few crumbs and no visible wet batter clinging to it.

If there is wet batter and/or uncooked crumbs present, then put the cake back in for about 5 more minutes. Then check again.


Conclusion of “A Guide to Avoid Falling Cakes”

To Avoid Fallen Cakes, Follow My Guide

I hope you enjoyed “A Guide to Avoid Falling Cakes”. Follow these five steps, and you will create awesome cakes every time.

Another tip I want to give you is to use Wilton Bake-Even Cake Strips for even cake tops. No more dome shaped cakes to cut off!

Check out my video to see how good these bake-even cake strips work!

Wilton Bake Even Cake Strips

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8 Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

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Get the perfect pie every time with these “8 Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories.” Whip up delicious desserts for your family or friends!

Baking a delicious pie doesn’t have to be a mystery. With the right tools, you can nail even complicated recipes and make a show-stopping dessert with ease. From must-have pastry cutters to handy rolling pins, here are eight essential pie baking accessories for your kitchen. Enjoy!


1. A Deep-Dish Pie Dish

Deep Dish Pie Dish for Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

A good pie dish is an essential tool for baking pies. When choosing a pie dish, you should consider the material it’s made from – glass or ceramic dishes work well for baking and give even heat distribution. The size of your dish will depend on the type of pie recipe you’re making, but most require a 9–10-inch diameter dish.


2. Rolling Pin

Farberware Classic Wood Rolling Pin is Part of Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

A rolling pin is necessary for making tasty and evenly rolled pie crusts. Choose a wooden or marble pin so that it can last you for years to come. Rolling pins come in a variety of sizes and thicknesses, so it’s important to pick one that best fits your needs – a thicker rolling pin will work better for larger projects.


3. Pie Weights

Pie Weights is one of the Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

Pie weights, also known as pie beads or ceramic baking beans, help to prevent puffing and bubbling when blind baking your crust by evenly distributing heat into the dough. Ceramic weights are re-usable and safer than dried beans or uncooked rice which can burn in the oven. Pie weights provide stability during baking to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.


4. Pastry Brush

Pastry Brushes for Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

A pastry brush is one of the most important tools in a baker’s arsenal, especially when it comes to making the perfect pie. A pastry brush can be used to spread glaze or egg wash on the top of a pie crust, or to brush away any excess flour before transferring your dough into a tin. It’s a must-have tool for anyone looking to get creative in the kitchen!


5. Measuring Cups and Spoons

Measuring Spoons and Cups for Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

When baking a delicious pie, accuracy is key! With measuring cups and spoons, you can easily measure out the perfect amount of ingredients for your recipes. With these tools, you have more control over the quantity of each ingredient going into your pie so that it turns out exactly right every time. Plus, measuring cups and spoons come in a variety of styles and sizes to make sure you can find the perfect one for your needs.


6. Pizza Stone

Nordic Ware Pizza Stone Part of the Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

A pizza stone is the key to getting your delicious pies done through and through. No more soggy bottoms! The pizza stone helps to cook the pie evenly so that you wind up with a crispy delicious pie crust every time. So, you need to invest in one of these. They are inexpensive and will be one of the best baking tools for your baking accessories.


7. Cooling Racks

Dessert Cooling Racks a Must Have for Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

Cooling racks are another valuable tool in a baker’s arsenal, especially when it comes to cooling your pies and other desserts. These racks can be used to not only cool your pies, but can cool cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. It’s a must-have tool for any baker’s kitchen!


8. Pie Crust Shield

Wilton Pie Crust Shield for Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories

No more wrestling with aluminum foil to try and cover the edges of your pie crust. A pie crust shield helps to prevent the edges of your pie crust from burning resulting in a beautiful golden pie. Pie crust shields are re-usable and are made from 100% food grade silicone. The pie crust shield is easy to use and adjusts to fit your pie size perfectly.


Conclusion of “8 Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories”

Sweet Potato Pie with Pie Sheild
Wilton Pie Shield
Sweet Potato Pie after Using Pie Shield
Cooked Sweet Potato Pie Using Wilton Pie Shield

I hope you enjoyed reading my “8 Essential Pie Baking Tools and Accessories.” If you love baking pies as much as I do, then you are going to need to get these baking tools. They will make a significant difference in how your pies turn out and taste.

FYI: This is a picture of my sweet potato pie before and after using the pie crust shield. Look how great it turned out! And I also used the pizza stone. It was delicious!


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5 Steps to Delicious Homemade Rolls

Homemade Rolls

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These rolls are so easy to make, they’ll be ready in no time! That’s why I am sharing my “5 Steps to Delicious Homemade Rolls” today. Plus, my recipe!

Homemade bread is always better than store bought, but homemade rolls are even tastier! This recipe uses just four ingredients, making it easy to whip up a batch in no time.

NOTE: Download your FREE recipe at the end of this post for complete instructions. Enjoy!


1. Gather Your Ingredient’s.

Gather The Ingredients

Firstly, you will want to get your ingredients and measure them out:

Ingredient’s:


2. Mixing the Ingredient’s.

Kitchen Aid Mixer With Dough Hook

Second, you will want to preheat your oven from 450-500 degrees depending on how fast your oven cooks. Then Mix all ingredients at once. I use my dough hook on my Kitchen Aid Mixer to ensure the ingredients are incorporated, plus it is a lot quicker than mixing by hand! Pour into a 12-cup greased and floured cupcake pan.


3. Baking the Rolls.

375 Degree Oven

Make sure to preheat your oven from 450-500 degrees before placing your rolls into the oven. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Lastly, brush on melted butter while the rolls are still hot.


4. Let Cool Slightly

Rolls on Cooling Rack

Let these delicious soft rolls cool slightly, you will want to serve them while they are still warm. Do not forget to brush the tops of the rolls with real melted butter. SOOO yummy!


5. Most of ALL Enjoy!

Basket of Homemade Rolls

This recipe makes 24 rolls, so if that is too many for you, just cut the recipe in half. These rolls are great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Most of all enjoy these delicious rolls with family and friends or just keep them all to yourself! 🤤


Conclusion of “5 Steps to Delicious Homemade Rolls”

Family Cooking Together

I hope you enjoyed this post and will make these rolls. They are so easy to make and delicious. Make a batch of these yummy rolls this week and watch your family go crazy for them! You will not be able to eat just one! Enjoy!

Let me know how they turned out and if you and your family liked them!


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10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

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10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays will help you plan and execute your holidays without any problems. Because one of the most important parts of any holiday gathering is the food.

You want to serve food that is delicious and impressive, yet not complicated. Here are my 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays to get you started. Enjoy! ☕


1-5 are Family Favorite Main Dish and Sides


1. Joe’s Famous Turkey 

Tony's Marinades Part of 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

My husband makes the most delicious Turkey for Thanksgiving I have ever tasted. It feels like it melts in your mouth. Our family loves it!

Now, I am going to share his little secret to getting a moist delicious turkey every time. Are you ready?

He washes the turkey with chilly water and gets the giblets out of the cavity. He pats it dry and then injects the turkey with Tony Chachere’s, Roasted Garlic and Herb Marinade Injectables.

Then he cooks it in a Turkey Roaster for 4-6 hours (overnight) on 300 degrees. I promise it want disappoint you or your guest. 


2. Nana’s Famous Chicken and Dressing 

Chicken and Dressing One of My 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

This dressing is so easy to make, and your family and friends will thank you. It only requires 6 ingredients. Chicken, onion, cornbread (crumbled up), eggs, cream of chicken soup, and sage. Download your FREE recipe Nana’s Famous Chicken and Dressing


3. Family Favorite-Corn Casserole

Corn Casserole is a Favorite of 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

This corn casserole is so easy to make and is delicious. It has become a family favorite of ours. We do it throughout the year because it is not just for the holidays! You and your family will love it too. So, go ahead and give your taste buds a thrill. Enjoy! Get your recipe at Family Favorite-Corn Casserole.


4. Best Every Homemade Cranberry Sauce 

Best Ever Cranberry Sauce for 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

If you have never made this, honey you must! It is way better than the stuff that comes in a can. Once you and your family try it you ditch the can forever.

This is an extremely easy recipe to make, and you will love it and so will your family. You will wonder why you hadn’t tried the homemade cranberry sauce before now. Get your recipe at Best Every Homemade Cranberry Sauce


5. Easy Homemade Rolls by Nana

You won’t believe just how easy it is to make soft fluffy rolls. They will become one of your family’s favorites to eat any day or time of the year. With only 4 ingredients you will be shocked at how easy and delicious these rolls are. You can get this recipe at 5 Steps to Delicious Homemade Rolls.


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6. The BEST Moist Carrot Cake EVER! 

My Carrott Cake for my 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

 

I don’t know about you, but I love a good carrot cake. I’m telling you this one is amazing. It is so moist and delicious. Your family will love it and so will you. This 

has become a family favorite at Thanksgiving and throughout the year. It takes a little bit to make this cake, but the results are well worth the effort. To get the recipe go to The BEST Moist Carrot Cake EVER!


7. Cream Cheese Pecan Pie

Cream Cheese Pecan Pie Part of My 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

This is an amazing combination. When I first heard about this recipe, I thought that it did not sound good, but I love cream cheese, so I tried it.

Boy, this pie is so delicious. I am telling you your mouth will have a party and your family will love it too.

This pie has become a staple at my house. I love to make this delicious pie for Thanksgiving. It is so rich and creamy and has an interesting flavor for an Old Southern Classic.

Make this for your next family gathering and I promise you your family and friends will love it. Get the recipe at Cream Cheese Pecan Pie.


8. Nana’s Best Holiday Butter Cookies

MY CHRISTMAS COOKIES are Another of 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

If you are looking for a holiday cookie that rolls out nicely and is tender and crisp, then you have landed on the right page.

They’re perfect for any kind of cookie-cutter you want to use. It holds its shape beautifully and you don’t have to worry about them running together when baking.

Don’t restrict this cookie to Christmas! This cookie is good any time of the year for any occasion. Get the recipe at Nana’s Best Holiday Butter Cookies.


9. Homemade Pound Cake by Nana

Pound Cake Part of 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

This was handed down to me by my mom. It was my grandmother’s recipe. This is the best pound cake I have ever put in my mouth and the only pound cake recipe I have ever used.

It is special to me, but I wanted to share it with you because this will be the only pound cake recipe you will ever need. Moist and delicious and has an amazing taste. Get the recipe at Nana’s Pound Cake.


10. Nana’s Famous Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal Cookies Another one of My 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

These oatmeal cookies are so easy to make and oh so delicious. Only 5 ingredients will have your taste buds having a party.

Serve these at your next family gathering and watch how fast they will disappear! 🤤

I usually make a double batch of these cookies during the holidays. They go fast! Get the recipe at Nana’s Famous Oatmeal Cookies.


Conclusion to My 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays

PEOPLE AROUND THE TABLE

With this guide, 10 Delicious Recipes for the Holidays will alleviate any anxiety you may have about what you are going to cook for your guest during the upcoming festivities. Enjoy!


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From my family to your family Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas!

Nana

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COFFEE AND COOKIES

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When baking cookies, there are many things to consider. Find out what they are here with my 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie.

As you know we are getting close to the holidays, and you will have spectacular results if you follow these tips and use my cookie recipe.

Do this and you will be a hit at all your gatherings. Enjoy!


The best way to bake perfect cookies is to follow these simple steps:


1. Choose the Right Ingredients

Gather The Ingredients part of my10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

To make sure your cookies turn out perfectly, use only high-quality ingredients. This includes flour, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. If you add too much of any ingredient, your cookie will not taste as good.

When baking cookies, there are two main ingredients that determine whether the cookie turns out perfectly baked. These two ingredients are butter and eggs. Butter adds moisture to the dough while eggs add structure. If you want to create the perfect cookie, use both ingredients.


2. Measure Everything Carefully

Measure The Ingredients is an important step of 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

It’s also important to measure everything carefully when making cookies. You need to weigh the flour, sugar, and other ingredients so you can ensure the right proportions are used.

If you want them to be soft and chewy, use less flour than if you want them to be crisp and crunchy. Also, remember to preheat the oven before adding ingredients. And lastly, always grease cookie sheets properly.


3. Mix the Dough Properly

Kitchen Aid Mixer With Dough Hook

After measuring the dry ingredients, mix them together with the butter using either a mixer or by hand. Make sure the dough is well mixed and not lumpy. If you are using a mixer, use the dough hook for the best results.

When baking cookies, there are two things you should always remember: 1) Make sure to mix the dough properly; 2) Always use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough. If you don’t, you’ll end up with uneven baked cookies.

If the dough seems too sticky, add more flour until it becomes workable.


4. Let the Cookies Rest

Let the Cookies Rest is another crucial step in 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

Once the dough has been formed into balls, place them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes.

When baking cookies, let them rest at least 15 minutes after removing them from the oven. If you try to eat them too soon, they won’t be soft enough. Also, if you use a cookie sheet, you should place the cookies directly onto the pan, rather than placing them on top of each other.

Remove from oven and let cool completely on a cooling rack before storing in an airtight cookie jar.


5. Bake at the Correct Temperature

Preheated Oven is a step of 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

When baking cookies, there are two things you should keep in mind: temperature and timing. First, you want to use a thermometer to ensure that your oven is set to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees Celsius).

Second, you want to allow the dough to rest before baking. If you try to bake the cookie dough immediately after mixing it, the dough will be too soft and won’t hold its shape.

Baking your cookies at too high a temperature will burn them before they set up. This means that when you take them out of the oven, they will still be soft.

You should also avoid baking them too cold because they won’t spread properly. Make sure you pre-heat the oven before you place the cookies in there.


6. Use the Right Size Baking Sheet

Using the Right Size Baking Sheet is essential for 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

The size of the baking sheet will determine the size of your cookies. If you use a cookie sheet that is too small, then your cookies will run together and will not bake evenly, and they are hard to separate when this happens. Hince, you will end up with funny shaped cookies that you won’t be able to decorate.

If you use too big of a cookie sheet this could lead to your cookies spreading out too much and this may cause them to burn.


7. Cool Cookies Before Decorating Them

Cake Cooling Rack Part of 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

When you remove hot cookies from the oven, the cookie dough will still be incredibly soft. So, it is best to place them on a cooling rack. Let them completely cool before decorating them with frosting or icing.

If the cookies are warm and you attempt to frost or ice them, you will end up with a mess! The frosting or icing will simply run off the cookies.


8. Cornstarch Instead of Extra Flour

Clabber Girl Corn Starch is a must for 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

It is better to use cornstarch instead of flour if you need your cookie dough thicker. Flour can toughen cookies, but cornstarch won’t change the texture of your dough at all!

Adding too much flour will cause your cookies to be heavy and dense, changing the delicious flavor and texture of the cookies.


9. Plan for Holiday Cookies

Planning Ahead is very important part of 10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie

If you are cooking cookies for any event, it is best to decide which cookies you plan to serve and if they require decorating with frosting, icing, or just sprinkles.

Did you know that most cookie dough can be made ahead of time and left in the fridge over night? Or you can make a batch of your favorite cookies and freeze them until you are ready to decorate them.

Cookie dough can be kept in the freezer for about 3 months. If not used within the 3-month period, it will lose some of its freshness.

FYI: Did you know using a Party Planner can help keep you organized during the holiday season and throughout the year?


10. Parchment Paper Please

Reynolds Parchment Paper

If you have never used parchment when baking cookies, you don’t know what you are missing! When I discovered parchment paper a few years back, I was amazed at the ease of using it and most of all the quick clean-up.

Once you use parchment paper for baking your cookies, you will wonder how you have survived without it all these years. I know I did!

This stuff is the best invention since the wheel!


Conclusion of 10 Tips to THE Perfect Cookie

Peanut Butter Cookies

I hope you enjoyed my “10 Tips for THE Perfect Cookie” article and feel that you are ready to bake any cookie you would like too.

You are about to be on your way to baking the best cookies you ever thought possible. And quite possibly the envy of some of your guests. 😉

Now that you have all these tips to help you get started on your baking, you need to head on over to “Nana’s Best Holiday Butter Cookies” for the ultimate experience in awesome cookie goodness. This will be the only cookie recipe cutouts you will ever need. Great for any cookie you would like to cut out.

I would love to hear from you, so please leave a comment below. Also, let me know if you make these cookies and how they turned out for you. How about some photos too?


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My Top 5 Christmas Cookies

My Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes

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My top 5 Christmas Cookies I am sharing with you this week take me back to my childhood years that you and your family will love.

I remember smelling all the spices blended to make the delicious aromas of those buttery, chocolatey, and spicey gingerbread men cooking. Darn, now I might just have to make some today! Ok, let’s get to it so you can get busy making yours!

My Top 5 Christmas Cookies are sure to get you in the Christmas spirit, especially when they come out of the oven all warm, chewy, and gooey. Hungry yet?


1. Nana’s Best Holiday Butter Cookies

Nana's Best Holiday Butter Cookies one of My Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes

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This is a delicious cookie that you and your guest will love to eat. Don’t restrict this cookie to Christmas! This cookie is good any time of the year for any occasion.


2. Nana’s Famous Oatmeal Cookies

Nana's Famous Oatmeal Cookies Part of My Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes

Nana’s Famous Oatmeal Cookies is another delicious treat you and your guest will love. Serve these at your next family gathering and watch how fast they will disappear.

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3. No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies from My Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes

These No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are delicious and are a big hit at parties or whenever you are craving something sweet and chocolaty. Have plenty on hand because they will go fast!

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4. Nana’s Best Ever Sugar Cookie Recipe

Nana's Best Ever Sugar Cookies One of My Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes

Nana’s Best Ever Sugar Cookies is a classic cookie that has a soft plump center with lightly crisped edges. Your family will come back for more. Great for any occasion.

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5. Nana’s Cutout Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread Men Cookies Part of My Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes

Now, who can celebrate Christmas without Gingerbread men cookies? There is nothing like smelling the warm aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and ginger wafting through your kitchen. Smelling this lets you know the holidays are here. Nothing says Christmas like Nana’s Cutout Gingerbread Cookies

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Conclusion of My Top 5 Christmas Cookies

There you have it “My Top 5 Christmas Cookies”. I know that you are going to enjoy eating these delicious cookies. These cookies will make you a hit at your next family gathering and trust me they will disappear quickly! So, what are you waiting for, go to Bake with Nana and order yours today! Enjoy! ☕

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One Last Note:

A Staple at Our Holiday Gatherings

Nana’s Best Holiday Butter Cookies have become a staple at our Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. This recipe is delicious and fun to eat.

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From my family to yours, Merry Christmas!


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6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

Anniversary Cake Nana Made

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I have been baking cakes since I was a little girl, but I still love learning new techniques and experimenting with assorted flavors. In this article, I share my 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake.

Today I am going to share with you “6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake” Yup, that’s right. Just like all your favorite recipes. Are you ready to find out what they are? Well, first, I am a lover of all things sweet. I just love desserts and treats. I have to say this is my favorite thing about baking and creating cakes and cookies.

Many people make the mistake of choosing a cake mix because it is “easier”. However, what they don’t realize is that cake mixes are full of preservatives and other unnecessary ingredients that will make your cake dense and dry.

Do you know why Sara Lee uses a cake mix for their cakes? The answer is simple: convenience. It takes longer to prepare a homemade cake or cupcakes than it does a store-bought cake. But homemade cakes and cupcakes are so much more enjoyable than store-bought ones.

The ones you buy from the bakeries, you don’t really know how long they have been frozen before they are thawed out and decorated.


6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake


1. Follow the Recipe

Follow the Recipe Part of my 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

This is as important as the ingredients you use in your cakes. Follow the recipe just as it instructs you to do. Do not try and cut corners! This will end in disaster!

For example, if it tells you to add your eggs one at a time and mix well after each one, you need to do that. Speaking of eggs, I prefer to use brown eggs in my cakes.


2. Choose the Right Recipe

Choose the Right Recipe is a Crucial part of 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

There are many recipes out there for making the perfect cake. However, not every recipe will work well for everyone.

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3. Choose the Right Ingredients

Gather The Ingredients is another important part of 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

Choosing the right ingredients is crucial for your cake to turn out moist and delicious. I personally love White-Lily Unbleached Self-Rising flour for my cakes. It truly makes your cakes lite and fluffy.

I also prefer Bordens Whole Buttermilk when my recipes call for it and I really like using Blue Plate Mayonnaise in my cakes instead of oil.

The reason for the mayonnaise is it really does make the cake moist and delicious. You use the same amount of mayonnaise that you would oil for your recipes.


4. Prepare the Ingredients

Prepare The Ingredients is a vital step in my 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

To make sure your cake turns out perfectly, follow these steps before starting to bake.
1) Measure the ingredients. You need to measure the dry ingredients first because they affect how much liquid you add later.
2) Mix the dry ingredients together.
3) Add the wet ingredients.
4) Bake the cake.
5) Cool the cake.

FYI: Don’t over-mix your cake batter, mix until ingredients are well incorporated.


5. Bake at the Proper Temperature

Preheated Oven is another of my 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

If you use an oven thermometer, you will know when your cake is done. However, there are other ways to tell if your cake is ready.

One method is to check the consistency of the batter. It should be thick enough to hold its shape, but not so thick that it won’t spread evenly across the pan.

Another test is to stick a toothpick into the center of the cake. When it comes out clean, then the cake is done. Don’t overcook!


6. Let it Cool Before Frosting

Cooling the Cake is part of 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

Once you remove the cake from the oven, let it cool completely on cooling racks before frosting it. This allows the cake to be set up properly, preventing the frosting from sliding off the cake.

Typically, it takes a cake about one hour to cool off. If you are in a bit of a hurry, you can turn a fan on the cake layers to cool them off faster.


Conclusion of 6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake

COFFEE AND CAKE

If you follow my “6 Tips for Making the Perfect Cake”, you will be on your way to making moist and delicious cakes for your family and friends. There is nothing like making cakes from scratch and rewarding your family and yourself with their tasty goodness.

Yes, it may take a little more time to make cakes, cookies, pies, etc. homemade, but the rewards far out way the time it takes. And really once you get the hang of it, you will be making them faster than you ever thought you could.

How about this weekend you try it and make a cake right from scratch and see if you and your family don’t appreciate the soft moist deliciousness. 🧁

I know you can do it! So, get your baking on! 😊 Oh, don’t forget the coffee


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The 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home

Assorted Rolling Pins

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The 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home come in assorted sizes and shapes, making them ideal for many uses.

 A rolling pin is an essential kitchen tool that helps roll out dough, shape cookies, and create other baked goods. Here are six of the best rolling pins on the market today.

Whether you’re a hobby baker, a caterer, or a professional chef, there is a rolling pin out there perfect for you.


Things You Need to Consider Before Purchasing a Rolling Pin


1. Wooden Style

Do you want the classic wooden rolling pin with handles, or would you prefer a rod (which is made from a single piece of material)? There again it really depends on what you are using it for. For me, I prefer the wooden rolling pin with handles. I have more control and it rolls out my cookie dough and pie dough wonderfully.


2. French Style

This one is best used on delicate pastry dough. They are lighter and easier to move around for precise rolling.


3. Marble Style

The marble style is best used on doughs that have butter in them that are meant to stay cold, however, marble is very heavy and can be costly.


4. Plastic Style

It is much easier to clean up because they are usually dishwasher safe but do not last as long.


5. Steel Style

It is light in the weight department and easy to clean, but nowhere near as attractive as wood or marble.


6. Silicone Style

It is perfect for cookie dough, pizza dough, fondant dough, and many pastas. It has secure handles made of wood, so that you can apply maximum pressure to your dough. Extremely easy to clean up.

It all boils down to your preference of the style you would prefer to use. Like I stated earlier, I prefer the wooden rolling pin with handles. I have been using it for years. And trust me when I say years, and it looks as good as it did the day, I bought it. It’s easy to clean and it is heat resistant.


Nana’s 6 Top Rolling Pins


1. My Favorite Classic: Farberware Classic Wood Rolling Pin

Farberware Classic Wood Rolling Pin, 17.75-Inch, Natural one of The 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home

This one is by far my favorite one! This classic wooden rolling pin has the right to be at the top of the rolling pin chain. The wooden ones have been around for years and prove that they are still better at getting the job done. Rolls dough out easily and evenly while making clean up a breeze. Although you can’t stick it in the dishwasher, all you need to do is use a little soap and wipe it dry.


2. French Style: Kerryyoung Wooden Rolling Pin

French Style Rolling Pin another of The 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home

This rolling pin is made from rubber wood for long-lasting durability with a classic French design. It is made for use in your home or in restaurants for tough heavy-duty jobs every day. You can use this pastry rolling pin to roll out cookie dough, pizza dough, fondants and much more.


3. Marble Style: Fox Run Polished Marble

Marble Style: Fox Run Polished Marble on of my picks of Marble Style: Fox Run Polished Marble

The marble style, besides its beautiful, elegant look, helps keep your dough cool while you roll it out with ease. It can be used to roll out cookie dough, pizza dough, bread dough, and much more. Quite easy to clean up since the dough will not stick to its slick surface. Comes with a decorative wooden stand for display in your kitchen.


4. Wilton Large Plastic Rolling Pin

Wilton Large Fondant Rolling Pin another pick of Marble Style: Fox Run Polished Marble

Wilton large plastic (fondant) rolling pin is great for rolling out substantial amounts of fondant for a tiered cake. It’s also great for rolling out cookie dough, and pastry dough. Comes with guided color-coded rings to help you get the perfect thickness every time. Because of its smooth slick surface clean-up is a snap.


5. Kitchen Aid Gourmet Rolling Pin

KitchenAid Gourmet Rolling Pin, One Size, Red part of Marble Style: Fox Run Polished Marble

This elegant rolling pin by Kitchen Aid is ideal for rolling out your thickest cookie dough, pizza dough, biscuit dough, and pie dough. It has an extra-wide carbon steel barrel with a non-stick coating to help you get the job done. Clean up? It’s a breeze. No dish washer though, you will need to hand wash with mild detergent, rinse, and dry immediately.


6. NASNAIOLL Silicone Rolling Pin Non-stick Surface

NASNAIOLL Silicone Rolling Pin another  of The 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home

This silicone rolling pin by Nasnaioll is great for rolling out cookie dough, pastries, handmade noodles, pizza dough, fondants, and other pastas.

Lightweight, but durable. Made with food-grade non-stick silicone material to last for many years and it makes cleaning up easy.

Can be put in the top rack of a dish washer, but hand washing is highly recommended. Plus, you get a smaller rolling pin for your little bakers, so you can teach the kiddo’s how to roll out cookie dough for fun time with family.


Conclusion of the 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home

I think any one of the above “The 6 Best Rolling PINS for Your Home” would be great for you, but I guess I’m old school because I still prefer the Classic Wooden one.

Check them all out carefully and pick the one that is right for you. Enjoy!


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