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Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

"I make these flavourful pumpkin cupcakes each Halloween, but they're wonderful year-round." —Amber Butzer, Gladstone, Oregon

Spiced Pumpkin-Swirl Cheesecake

"I have to give my husband credit for this cheesecake. He found a recipe like it and asked if I...


Peppermint Patty Sandwich Cookies

"At my annual holiday party, these cookies are a big hit with everyone, especially when I mix festive food colouring...


Coconut Chocolate Slices

"These crispy cookies with a chewy coconut centre travel really well. When my son was in the Army, I often...


Caramel Tassies

"These buttery, smooth caramel tassies make a nice addition to a dessert tray. These are one of my family's favourites."...

Layered Peanut Butter Brownies

"The combination of chocolate and peanut butter makes these layered brownies a real crowd pleaser. They're so good that they...


Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts

"It's hard to believe that just five ingredients and a few minutes of preparation can result in these delicate and...


Crunchy Peanut Butter Tarts

"For a fun, fuss-free dessert, try these darling tarts. They’re a satisfying, rich family favourite." —Mary Kelley, Wilmington, North Carolina


Upside-Down Pumpkin Pecan Tarts

"These flaky phyllo treats with a rich pumpkin filling are a fantastic twist on pumpkin pie and can be prepared...


Miniature Almond Tarts

"My family requests these adorable little tarts each Christmas. I always enjoy making them since the almond paste in the...


Maple Pecan Tarts

"I absolutely love pecans. I combine them with maple and vanilla to create the ultimate tart, made even richer with...


Lemon Cheesecake Tarts

"To make these cute tarts more quickly, add the filling to store-bought phyllo tart shells." —Sarah Gilbert, Beaverton, Oregon


Ginger Creme Sandwich Cookies

"With a lemony filling, these spiced cookies go over big because they have old-fashioned, comfort-food appeal. Your party guests will...

Cinnamon Roll Macarons

"These macarons are a fall and winter staple for me. Inspired by the classic cinnamon roll, they are a delicious...


Apple Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

"I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year,...


Zucchini Walnut Cake

"What gardener doesn't have extra zucchini? When it's abundant, I shred and freeze plenty so I have it on hand...


Club Roll-Ups

Packed with meat, cheese and olives, these roll-ups are always a hit at parties.


Dilly Chicken Sandwiches

"A creamy lemon-dill spread adds summery flavour to tender chicken served between slices of grilled French bread with slices of...


Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip

Serve this dish as an appetizer or a dessert—the choice is yours! If desired, the pineapple spears can be rolled...


Herb & Cheese-Stuffed Burgers

"Tired of the same old ground beef recipes? This quick-fix burger alternative, with its creamy cheese filling, will wake up...


Cherry Cheese Blintzes

"These elegant blintzes can be served as an attractive dessert or a brunch entree. The bright cherry sauce gives them...


Quick Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

"These cookies freeze well, so it's easy to keep some on hand for last-minute munching. In summer, I often make...

Carrot Cake

"My family's best carrot cake recipe dates back to my great-grandmother! We bake up a few of these carrot cakes...


Tart & Tangy Lemon Tart

"Our family adores lemon desserts. I often make this cheery tart for brunch. For extra-special events, I bake it in...


Creamy Egg Salad

"I love the versatility of egg salad, especially with this recipe. You can serve it on a nest of mixed...


Strawberry Cheesecake

"The creamy texture and lovely look of this strawberry cheesecake always get compliments." —L.C. Herschap, Luling, Texas


Five-Cheese Spinach & Artichoke Dip

"Whenever I go to an event, I'm always asked to bring this hot dip. Five types of cheese make it...


Lemon Supreme Pie

"A friend and I often visit a local restaurant for pie and coffee. When they stopped carrying our favorite lemon...