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Apple Cider Cake

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Get ready to welcome in the fall season with this delicious Apple Cider Cake. This easy cake gets a blast of flavor from apples, cider, and spices. Plus, the creamy caramel apple cider frosting makes it totally irresistible.

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As soon as I see apple cider in the stores, I have to buy a jug.  Apple cider is just one of those things that says fall to me. Even when the weather outside still says it's summer.

Apple cider is delicious to drink, but it is so much fun to bake with. We love making these apple cider donuts and this apple cider bread every fall.

Recently, I saw an apple cider cake mix and apple cider frosting at Target. I decided to change up my apple cake from a cake mix using apple cider to recreate my own version.

Why You Should Make This Cake

This apple cider cake is an easy recipe to make when you are short on time. A box mix helps cut down on some of the prep time.

  • Easy to make. All you need is a mixing bowl, a grater/food processor, and a baking dish to make a spiced apple cake that will have everyone coming back for another slice.
  • It tastes and smells like fall. Apple cider and pie spice will make your kitchen smell like a fall day as the cake bakes.
  • Moist and delicious! Shredded apples and applesauce make this doctored-up cake mix taste amazing.
  • It can be made ahead of time. This is a great recipe to make ahead of time because it stays soft and delicious for days.
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Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake

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With a warm cinnamon brown sugar streusel and a sweet glaze, this Pumpkin Coffee Cake will satisfy all your fall cravings. A dense and moist texture make it a delicious choice for breakfast or dessert.

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Fall is almost here, and that means it is time to pumpkin spice all the things. And I know others are ready because my copycat pumpkin cream cold brew and pumpkin spice bundt cake are going crazy right now.

We've got the perfect coffee cake for your autumn breakfast or brunch needs. It is moist, delicious, and topped with the best cinnamon brown sugar streusel.

You won't be able to resist snacking on this decadent coffee cake all day long. It's the perfect way to welcome fall and all things pumpkin.

Why You Will Love this Coffee Cake

This pumpkin coffee cake has the perfect ratio of cinnamon and spices. And the crisp streusel on top gives this breakfast treat an even better flavor and texture.

Not only is this coffee cake absolutely delicious, it is easy to make. The batter and topping come together in minutes. Plus, your kitchen will smell amazing as it bakes.

  • It is dense and moist, just like a coffee cake should be.
  • A thick layer of cinnamon sugar streusel gives it a great crunch.
  • Bursting with pumpkin spice flavor, it tastes like fall.

If you are looking for a coffee cake loaded with fall goodness, you are going to love this easy pumpkin streusel coffee cake.

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Apple Walnut Cake

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The perfect fall dessert is here. This Apple Walnut Cake with maple frosting will be the hit of your next dinner party. It is easy to make, and the flavors are so delicious.

A slice of frosted apple cake on a plate.

Fall is in the air and that means it's time for some delicious apple recipes!

A few years ago I made this praline cake with apples that has been our favorite fall cake. That is until we made THIS new apple cake recipe.

It is is soft and moist and has so many chunks of fruits and nuts in each bite. Plus, the creamy maple frosting is absolutely incredible!

Why Make This Cake

You are going to love the sweet and nutty flavor in this cake. Loaded with fruit and nuts, it's a delicious way to celebrate the start of the season.

This apple cake has four cups of chopped apples and applesauce in it, so it has an amazing apple taste. It's a great dessert to make ahead of time because it gets better each day. The moisture from the fruit really helps keep it moist and delicious.

The best part about this apple walnut cake is the maple frosting on top. It adds a creamy fall flavor that is absolutely out of this world.

Get ready to bake this fall dessert after picking apples with your friends and family this fall.

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Copycat Little Debbie Banana Twins

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Little Debbie snack cakes have been a lunch box staple for years. Now you can make and enjoy Banana Twins in your own kitchen. This banana flavored cake layered with vanilla cream frosting will remind you of the classic childhood treat.

Two banana snack cakes with frosting on a wooden board.

Over the years I have made a few copycats of my favorite Little Debbie snack cakes. These homemade oatmeal cream pies and these homemade cosmic brownies are two family favorites.

My husband said that banana twins were one of the snack cakes he remembered eating as a kid. Did you know those cakes have been discontinued?

So, of course I had to recreate those sweet little banana cakes and fill them with my creamy vanilla frosting.

About This Recipe

If you grew up eating banana twins or banana flip snack cakes, you are going to love this fun and easy copycat recipe.

  • Easy to make! You seriously mix, bake, and fill with frosting.
  • No special equipment or decorating skills are necessary. You can make these cakes with a bowl, a mixer, and a sheet pan.
  • Thick vanilla frosting center. No wimpy frosting layers here!
  • Small hand held treats. The cakes are cut to look just like the ones in the cellophane wrappers.
  • Sweet nostalgic treat! One bite and it will bring back memories of your childhood.

These homemade banana cakes are just like the Little Debbie snack cakes you know and love, but so much better!

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Biscoff Cookie Butter Bars

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Looking for a delicious treat that is both easy and pretty? These Biscoff Cookie Butter Bars are the answer. Soft, chewy, oatmeal bars topped with a swirl of white chocolate, cookie butter and Biscoff cookies are perfect for any occasion.

A stack of three oatmeal bars topped with white chocolate and cookies.

When our kids were little I always kept granola bars on hand for quick snacks. That is until I discovered how easy it is to make these no bake M&M granola bars and baked apple granola bars.

One of my all time favorite bars to make are these baked peanut butter bars. There is just something about those simple oatmeal bars with a creamy peanut butter glaze on top.

We had a jar of Biscoff in the pantry, so I decided to change up that recipe and give it a spicy gingerbread flavor and a pretty swirled topping.

Why Make These Bars

These cookie butter bars are soft and chewy, and have a pretty white chocolate swirl on top. The combination of flavors is amazing.

The best part about these bars? They only require one bowl and can be made and baked in about 30 minutes from start to finish.

This simple treat is the perfect recipe to transition from summer to fall. It has a cinnamon and gingerbread flavor that everyone seems to want and crave as fall gets near.

White chocolate and extra cookie butter transforms these easy oatmeal bars into a gorgeous dessert that will impress your family and friends all year long.

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No Bake Chocolate Cream Pie

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This rich and creamy no bake Chocolate Cream Pie recipe with Oreo crust is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is easy to make and there is no baking involved, so you can enjoy this delicious pie in no time at all.

A slice of chocolate pie with hot fudge drizzles on a white plate.

One of my favorite things to make when I'm short on time are no bake pies. I love that I can have a cookie crust and creamy filling done in under 20 minutes.

This cookies and cream pie, dirt pie, and this peanut butter chocolate pie are a few of our favorites.

I was in a chocolate mood this time, so a triple layer chocolate pie had to happen. This is the perfect dessert when you want a chocolate fix in a hurry.

Why Make This Pie

This chocolate cream pie is easy to make. It is completely no bake, so it is the perfect dessert to make when it is hot outside.

It has two smooth and creamy chocolate fillings that go so well with the chocolate cookie crust and chocolate whipped cream.

Chocolate lovers will love this delicious cream pie. It's the perfect dessert to celebrate any occasion.

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Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

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These easy Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins are a great way to use up ripe bananas. They are soft, moist, and loaded with mini chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.

A fluffy banana muffin with a bite out of the front on white paper.

I love baking muffins for breakfast. You just can't go wrong with soft, fluffy muffins first thing in the morning. My family loves blueberry zucchini muffins, chocolate mocha muffins, and any kind of banana muffin.

This week I decided to make banana oat muffins instead of banana coconut muffins, since we had some overripe bananas. 

Why You Should Make These Muffins

These banana muffins are soft, fluffy, and loaded with mini chocolate chips. They are a great breakfast for on-the-go.

You will love how easy these are to make. All you need is one bowl and a few simple ingredients.

Chocolate chip banana muffins are the perfect snack for an early morning breakfast or a midnight snack. Plus, they freeze well, so you can keep a batch on hand for later.

Feel free to leave out the chocolate chips or replace them with walnuts or pecans. Either way, your kitchen will smell amazing as the muffins bake.

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Blackberry Cheesecake

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You won't be able to resist this Blackberry Cheesecake. It has a chocolate crust and a creamy vanilla cheesecake that is filled with swirls of homemade blackberry pie filling. The irresistible combination will have you craving another slice immediately.

A white plate with a slice of cheesecake topped with blackberry pie filling on top.

Cheesecake is one of our favorite desserts to make. Over the years we have done quite a few fun flavors like white chocolate cheesecake, cherry almond cheesecake, and peanut butter cup cheesecake.

Recently, I realized that we haven't shared very many simple flavors. Since we had some blackberries in the fridge, I decided to make pie filling and swirl them into our vanilla cheesecake base.

Making a cheesecake from scratch can seem overwhelming, but it really is not that hard. All you need are the right ingredients and tools, easy tips and tricks, and a little bit of time.

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Why You Will Love This Cheesecake

The flavors in this blackberry cheesecake complement each other perfectly. A chocolate crust adds a delicious contrast to the creamy vanilla cheesecake, while the blackberry pie filling adds a beautiful color and berry taste.

It is so easy to make and does not require any special equipment or ingredients. All you need is some patience in making it and time to let it cool for a few hours.

Swirls of whipped cream and fresh blackberries make each slice look so pretty. Extra pie filling adds a delicious layer of flavor that takes this dessert over the top.

Bonus: Love cheesecake? Try 37 of our favorite cheesecake recipes.

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Best Banana Cake

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This is hands-down the best banana cake you'll ever try. It's dense, moist, and still light and fluffy. And that creamy hot fudge frosting on top makes it completely unforgettable.

Squares of frosted cake on white plates.

*The post and recipe for Best Banana Cake were first published in February 2012.  The photos and post were updated in January 2019 and then republished in August 2022.

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Banana Cake

A friend from college gave me this recipe for ripe bananas years ago. It is truly the best banana cake I have ever eaten!

This banana cake and these double chocolate banana muffins are my favorite recipes for using extra brown bananas.

The cake is fantastic on its own, but I love the frosting. So, I whipped up a batch of hot fudge frosting for the top.  Best idea ever!

Why I Love This Recipe

The best banana cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, and it comes out perfect every single time.

One bite of this cake and you will be jumping for joy. It is moist, fluffy, and full of banana flavor that will have you coming back for another slice.

A hot fudge frosting is what sets this banana cake recipe apart from all the rest. The delicious chocolate flavor comes from using dark chocolate ice cream topping.

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Blackberry Pie Filling Recipe

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With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can make a delicious Blackberry Pie Filling that is bursting with flavor. Use this homemade pie filling recipe as a topping for cheesecake or bake it into a pie or cobbler.

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I have fond memories of walking down our dirt road as a kid looking for bushes loaded with ripe blackberries.

We always tried to find enough berries to make a blackberry filling for muffins. But most of the time we ended up eating those warm ripe berries before we got home.

Did you know that blackberry pie filling is hard to find in grocery stores? There are a few brands that make one, but apparently not many stores carry it.

Why This Recipe Works

Making your own homemade pie filling is so easy to do, and it tastes so much better than the one from a can. You can make a batch in minutes on the stove top.

There are so many benefits to making blackberry pie filling in your own kitchen. You control how much sugar you want to add. Plus, there are no added preservatives or artificial flavors and colors.

The best thing about this blackberry pie filling recipe is how versatile it is. You can swirl it in blackberry cheesecake, make a blackberry dump cake with it, or layer it in jars with yogurt for an easy summer dessert.

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