Instead of picking up a dessert at the grocery store next time you’re asked to bring something, try baking something yourself. These recipes for a novice baker are simple and foolproof. They’ll have you looking like a baking pro.
Featuring desserts like sour cream pound cake, pumpkin spice filled cupcakes, Texas sheet cake, fall apple tart, chocolate chip blondies, and more, these dessert recipes don’t require any special equipment or fancy techniques. They’re the perfect recipes for a non-baker looking to bake.
Fall Apple Tart
“So simple and tasty, it’s a favorite now.” – Erica
Sour Cream Pound Cake
“The combination of the three flavorings is delicious. For years, I never shared this recipe with anyone because it was my signature dish for potlucks, funerals, parties, etc.” – Lisa
Melt In Your Mouth Toffee Pecan Cookies
“These cookies are so easy to make and so melt-in-your-mouth yummy!” – Joyce
Pumpkin Apple Cinnamon Caramel Cake
“I had an idea for some things in the pantry and made this cake last night. We loved it and hope that you will too.” – Sharon
Texas Sheet Cake
“Easy to make and always a family favorite!” – Vanessa
Pumpkin Spice Filled Cupcakes
“These are light and refreshing. Perfect for a crisp autumn day!” – Patricia
Easy Sweet Potato Cobbler
“A classic Southern dish full of tender sweet potatoes and held in with a cinnamon sugary crust.” – Debbie
Dark Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cake
“I had some buttermilk I had to use as well as an open bag of dark chocolate Dove chocolates. I made this cake and will slice it up for hubby to bring to work tomorrow. After dinner, we had a slice for dessert. We had to make sure it was good… and it was delish.” – Lora
Easy Chocolate Chip Blondies
“The blondies are cake-like rather than fudge-like, but that’s how I personally like them.” – Margaret
Tea Cakes, Grandma Style
“These are light and soft cookies that are not overly sweet.” – Jean
Mennonite Funny Cake
“This funny cake is a cake/pie combination. The chocolate layer will sink to the bottom giving the cake a gooey layer. A Mennonite favorite!” – Mikekey
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
“These are very good cookies. I’ve been making these for years.” – Karla
Caramel Apple Turnovers With Mascarpone
“What to do when you have a bunch of leftover puff pastry and more apples than you can eat? Make turnovers!.” – Maggie May
Honey Bun Cake – Annette’s
“All I can say is pour yourself a cup of coffee or a nice big glass of cold milk and hold on for the ride. This cake is as good and sweet as it looks.” – Annette
Caramel Soaked Almond Cake
“A light and moist almond cake, soaked with caramel sauce!” – Kevin