A Lane Cake Recipe For Christmas & The History Of Lane Cake

Lane cake a Southern specialty, is a rich, boozy cake often served for birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and other special occasions. It is the official state cake of Alabama, home of its inventor, Emma Rylander Lane. “I just love this southern-style dessert, and so do dinner guests, says Mabel Parvi of Ridgefield, Washington, who shares her…
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Cranberry Pound Cake Recipe With Cream Cheese Frosting

[1] Luscious cranberry pound cake (photo by Tina Rupp and food styling by Cyd McDowell © Harper Celebrate). [2] Measure a cup of cranberries, plus more for garnish (photo © Ocean Spray). [3] Bring four eggs to room temperature (photo © Nida | Pexels). [4] Add white granulated sugar (photo © Equator Design). [5] Measure…
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Walker’s Cranberry Shortbread For Enjoying Or Gifting

With all the racing around during holiday season, Walker’s Cranberry & Clementine Shortbread is a welcome treat. We sit down with a cup of tea, a couple of cookies, and some calming music. It’s not a staycation, but it is a nice rest. (Perhaps it’s a couch-cation?) Deliciously buttery with cranberry chunks and zesty clementine,…
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FUN GIFT: Entry Level Cake & Cupcake Kits From Damask Cakes

If you know someone who has professed an interest in learning how to bake, or how to cook in general—but hasn’t gotten around to it yet—this yummy and handsomely-packaged cake kit from Damask Cakes should be a welcome gift. Just pick a cake mix and a frosting mix, and you’ll provide a delicious adventure for…
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Lebkuchen Christmas Spice Cookies & The History Of Lebkuchen

[1] Nuremberg-style lebkuchen, baked fresh in Colorado (all photos © Leckerlee). [2] Serve them on a beautiful tray…. [3] …or with coffee… [4] One of the collectible tins (several lovely designs are available). [5] Snack time. [6] Chocolate-covered lebkuchen with a cup of coffee. [7] Regular size and minis. [8] Regular lebkuchen with a cup…
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