There is nothing like fall baking season: the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg fill the air, there's pumpkin-flavored everything on the shelves and it's all a delicious lead up to cookie and pie ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Cake is a truly wonderful thing. There is an almost endless array of cakes perfect for any event or occasion, from the classic birthday cake ...

I make a pecan apple cake that’s moist, cozy, and packed with warm fall flavors, perfect for dessert or an afternoon treat.

This best apple cake is the ultimate fall dessert made easy. Elaine creates a delicious apple cheesecake streusel dump cake with warm spiced apples, creamy cheesecake layers, and a buttery crumb ...

An apple cider and maple syrup reduction adds sweetness and apple flavor to this cake and frosting for a decidedly autumnal treat. A quick apple cider–maple syrup reduction is folded into both the ...

Casey Elsass grew up in New England and frequented a farm in rural New Hampshire for hayrides and what he calls the best apple cake he’s ever had. He shares a recipe for his easy apple cake in his new ...

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