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Air Fryer Apple Dumplings

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Air Fryer Apple Dumplings Recipe By:Launa “I always thought apple dumplings would be some type of dumpling cooked in apple juice, turns out it is an apple cooked in pastry. Here is a recipe that worked for me.” Ingredients 2 tablespoons sultana raisins 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 sheets puff pastry 2 small apples, peeled and cored 2 tablespoons butter, melted Directions Preheat an air fryer to 320 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil. Mix sultanas and brown sugar together in a bowl. Place a puff pastry sheet on a clean work surface. … Continue reading Air Fryer Apple Dumplings

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Sunshine Semlor

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Sunshine Semlor Recipe By:Gaylabaughman “This is recipe for an authentic Swedish semla made by my friend Louise Vernerstrom from Falun, Sweden. Semlor are pastries that were originally exclusively eaten on Fat Tuesday. However, they are so good that that tradition has changed drastically. Many serve it all year round.” Ingredients Rolls: 5 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup white sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups almond milk (heated to 82 degrees F (28 degrees C)) 2/3 cup butter, melted 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast 2 eggs 1 teaspoon ground cardamom Almond Paste Filling: 1/2 … Continue reading Sunshine Semlor

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Swedish Toscas (Swedish Almond Tarts)

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Swedish Toscas (Swedish Almond Tarts) Recipe By:Deanna Latendresse “I found this recipe that my mother had written on the back of an envelope. She must have made it a bunch, because there were splatters all over the envelope! I made it and it’s really a yummy tart recipe!” Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, room temperature 1/4 cup white sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup slivered almonds 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 tablespoons cream 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cream the butter with the white sugar in a … Continue reading Swedish Toscas (Swedish Almond Tarts)

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Almond Bear Claws

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Almond Bear Claws Recipe By:FrancesC “These flaky Danish pastries are a time-consuming project, but they’re a perfect way to show people how much you love them! I like serving them at special brunches. The puff pastry dough and almond filling can be made ahead of time, and the pastries can be frozen before baking.” Ingredients 1/3 cup almond paste 2 3/4 cups ground almonds 1/2 cup white sugar 1 pinch salt 2 tablespoons butter 2 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 teaspoons amaretto liqueur 3 pounds puff pastry 1 egg 1 tablespoon water 3 tablespoons sliced almonds, for garnish … Continue reading Almond Bear Claws

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Swedish Kringles

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Swedish Kringles Prep 20 m Cook 55 m Ready In 1 h 15 m Recipe By:Jodie Hay “This is a flaky bar-type treat that my mom made many times when I was a kid. It is a tasty almond-flavored treat that is nice at Christmastime!” Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup butter 1 tablespoon water, or as needed 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter 1 cup all-purpose flour 3 eggs 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon heavy cream 1 tablespoon butter, softened 1 teaspoon almond extract Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees … Continue reading Swedish Kringles

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Get Cookin’ with Delicious Cookie Recipes!

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Get Cookin’ with Delicious Cookie Recipes! Grab a box—or two, three, or more!—of your favorite Girl Scout Cookies, then try out these easy peasy recipes courtesy of Taste of Home®. You can make your very own Girl Scout Cookie–inspired masterpiece to share with friends and family. Amazingly delicious! Shortbread/Trefoils Cookies Shortbread/Trefoils Toffee and Chocolate Bark with Toasted Almonds Created by: Nancy Mock Shortbread/Trefoils Toffee and Chocolate Bark with Toasted Almonds is the grand prize winner and the Candies category winner of the 2016 National Girl Scout Cookie Recipe Contest Sponsored by Taste of Home®. Congrats on a job deliciously well done! Prep: 15 min. Cook: 10 min. … Continue reading Get Cookin’ with Delicious Cookie Recipes!

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Boston Cream Pie I

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Boston Cream Pie I Recipe By:Nancy D. “A rich creamy dessert also known as Boston Cream Cake. It is a wonderful combination of yellow cake, custard and chocolate glaze.” Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup light cream 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup white sugar 1 pinch salt 4 teaspoons cornstarch 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup light cream 1/2 … Continue reading Boston Cream Pie I

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Danish Pastry

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Danish Pastry Prep 2 h Cook 8 m Ready In 3 h 8 m Recipe By:Cindy “Rich buttery flaky dough that turns pastries into a sinful delight. Worth the effort and extra work involved.” Ingredients 2 cups unsalted butter, softened 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons salt 4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast 8 cups all-purpose flour 2 eggs 1 teaspoon lemon extract 1 teaspoon almond extract Directions In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and 2/3 cup of flour. Divide into 2 equal parts, and roll each half between 2 … Continue reading Danish Pastry

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Easy Pumpkin Turnovers

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Easy Pumpkin Turnovers Prep 30 m Cook 15 m Ready In 1 h 15 m Recipe By:SaraSunshine “These turnovers are easy to do, and everyone I’ve made them for has loved them. I use store-bought puff pastry for the convenience. I also like a lot of spices, but you can cut back if you don’t.” Ingredients 1 cup canned pumpkin 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed Directions Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Mix pumpkin, brown … Continue reading Easy Pumpkin Turnovers

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Clouds

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Clouds Prep 25 m Cook 20 m Ready In 45 m Recipe By:Michelle “This is a heavenly dessert. It is light and fluffy just like a cloud. Absolutely no one will be able to resist this. Trust me.” Ingredients 2 (10 ounce) packages puff pastry shells 2 pounds fresh strawberries 1 tablespoon white sugar 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese 1/2 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 cups heavy cream Directions Bake the frozen pastry shells as instructed on the box. Each box contains six pastry shells. Using two boxes, all twelve will fit on … Continue reading Strawberry Cream Cheese Clouds