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    Classic Carrot Cake

    October 18, 2025 / No Comments

    One of my favorite classic desserts. Carrot cake is perfect anytime of year, especially during Easter.

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    Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

    February 21, 2024 / No Comments

    The best of two worlds! Combining lemon meringue pie and lemon cupcakes to make the perfect, tart & sweet treat.     This recipe was inspired by my little brother Eddie. I am 4 years older than him, and growing up I doted on him as any older sister would, he was my baby, my cute little blonde haired, blue eyed boy.  I was his tutor, playmate, babysitter, and sometimes cook. He was such a sweet and loving little brother, and today nothing has changed, he is an awesome man! He can make you laugh til your side hurts, sing you a song, remodel your house, paint you a masterpiece, …

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    Champagne Cake

    August 24, 2023 / 5 Comments

    Vallejo’s Home Bakery Copy Cat Champagne Cake Original Home Bakery Champagne Cake My version of Home Bakery’s Champagne Cake As I reminisce about the celebrations of my youth, I distinctly remember the first time I realized there was such a thing as a business that only sold special cakes, cookies, pies, and other deserts; deserts that were far superior to the frozen or grocery store kind. Beautiful cakes & deserts displayed behind glass, with lights illuminating the artful, sweet creations. Cakes meant for celebrations and special occasions, what a concept! lol. Up until this point, my Mom or Aunts would make our special deserts for holiday’s or birthdays, always beautiful…

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    Lady Bird Coconut Wheatie Cookies

    February 14, 2022 / No Comments

    Lady Bird Johnson's Coconut Wheatie Cookies Recipe. So delicious!

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    Aunt June’s Raisin Pie

    January 29, 2022 / 1 Comment

    Aunt June's old fashioned Raisin Pie recipe is so flaky and sweet. It is my husband's favorite.

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